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Which of the following statements about recommendations of the 15th Finance Commission is/are correct?

Basic (untied) grants can be used by rural local bodies for location-specific felt needs under the 29 subjects enshrined in the Eleventh Schedule of the Constitution of India except for salaries and other establishment costs.
Tied grants can be used for basic services of sanitation and maintenance of ODF status, management and treatment of household waste and human excreta.
It recommended 'Health Grants' to create diagnostic infrastructure in primary health care facilities.

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Explanation:

The 15th Finance Commission made several key recommendations:

1. Basic (untied) grants: These can be used by rural local bodies for location-specific needs under the 29 subjects listed in the Eleventh Schedule, with the exception of salaries and establishment costs. This ensures flexibility in addressing area-specific concerns.

2. Tied grants: These are specifically allocated for basic services such as sanitation, maintaining ODF status, managing household waste, and addressing human waste treatment.

3. Health Grants: The commission recommended these to help develop diagnostic infrastructure in primary health care facilities, enhancing health service delivery.

Answer: Option 4 - 1, 2 and 3