Study about Central Statistical Organization of Bhutan
Background:~ The statistical system in Bhutan is relatively decentralized and involves several national agencies, besides the National Statistical Bureau, like the Royal Monetary Authority or the Central Bank, and the various line Ministries. Each agency collects and prepares statistics to serve their own analytical and policy needs and also publishes some information that helps to shed statistical light that is helpful in the national context. The National Statistical Bureau, prior to October 2003 was known as the Central Statistical Organization and was a division under the Planning Commission. In October 2003, by “Government Order”, the, CSO was reorganized as an autonomous body and officially redesignated as the National Statistical Bureau. The National Statistical Bureau is managed by a Statistical Board chaired by the Minister for Labour and Human Resources, with members from key government ministries.
Mission/Mandate of the National Statistical Bureau:~ The mission of the National Statistical Bureau is to provide comprehensive, accurate, timely and reliable data/information to all the data users including the government, private and international organizations and individuals. The National Statistical Bureau, through the following mandate, hopes to work towards the attainment of the stated mission. However, while carrying out these roles and responsibilities it is also felt necessary to build the capacity and the capability of the national statistical staff so to carry them out effectively and efficiently. Keep reading…
