<h1>India's 2024 Data Compendium: Access 270 Datasets Across 40 Ministries for Evidence-Based Policy and Governance</h1> The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation has released the 'Compendium of Datasets and Registries in India, 2024,' enhancing data accessibility for informed decision-making. This resource consolidates metadata from approximately 270 datasets across 40 government ministries, covering sectors like agriculture, health, and education. It provides standardized metadata, outlines legal frameworks, and offers direct access to data sources. The compendium supports data-driven governance and evidence-based policymaking, aligning with efforts to modernize the National Statistical System. It is periodically updated to ensure stakeholders have access to current information, fostering research and national development.