Formulation of Backward Classes Sub-Plan schemes and preparation of Sub-Plans by the departments

On receipt of communication under section 4, each department, shall, after estimating the gaps in the development of Backward Classes, prioritize the development needs of Backward Classes through a consultative process, as may be prescribed and shall formulate the Backward Classes Sub-Plan schemes and prepare the Sub-Plans comprising of the Backward Classes Sub-Plan schemes, within the State Plan priorities as communicated under section 5.