In which sector has the maximum total expenditure of the Central Government in India been done in the last year?

Explanation

At the time of the question, option (b) was the correct answer. In the Union Budget 2026–27, the top heads of Central Government expenditure are as follows—States’ share in taxes and duties: 22 percent, interest payments: 20 percent, central sector schemes (defence and capital outlay on economic assistance not included): 16 percent.