About Model Context Protocol:
- It is a technology that allows users to connect directly with datasets through their own AI tools and applications.
- It is a standard way to make information available to large language models (LLMs).
- Using MCP, AI applications can connect to data sources (e.g. local files, databases), tools (e.g. search engines, calculators) and workflows (e.g. specialized prompts)—enabling them to access key information and perform tasks.
Key Facts about eSankhyiki portal:
- It provides real-time inputs for planners, policy-makers, researchers and the public at large.
- The objective of this portal is to establish a comprehensive data management and sharing system for ease of dissemination of official statistics in the country.
- It has two modules namely:
- Data Catalogue Module: This module catalogues the major data assets of the Ministry at one place for ease of access.
- Macro Indicators Module: This module offers time series data of key macro indicators with features for filtering and visualizing data enabling ease of access for the users.
