How We Score.
Why You Can Trust It.
NetaScore100 converts complex legislative records into one clear metric — drawing from verified government portals and independent research bodies.
The 4 Pillars
विकास (Development)
Tracks real-world fund deployment and project execution in each constituency using government financial records.
उपस्थिति (Attendance)
Measures physical presence in Lok Sabha sessions based on verified legislative records.
आवाज़ (Voice)
Evaluates active participation — debates initiated and parliamentary questions raised on behalf of constituents.
स्वच्छ छवि (Integrity)
Analyzes declared criminal records and asset transparency from official election affidavits.
Our Principles
Non-Partisan
Every MP is scored using the same algorithm regardless of party affiliation. No manual adjustments, no editorial bias.
Multi-Source Verification
We cross-reference multiple independent databases to ensure no single data source can distort the final score.
Contextual Fairness
Cabinet Ministers have executive responsibilities that affect certain metrics. Our algorithm accounts for this context rather than penalizing it.
Continuous Updates
Scores are recalculated as new data becomes available from upstream sources — never static, always current.
Powered By Official Data
NetaScore100 draws from verified government portals and established legislative research bodies.
Score Weight Distribution
The 100-mark NetaScore is composed of weighted contributions from each pillar. The weights differ between regular MPs and Union Ministers to ensure contextual fairness — ministers have executive responsibilities that affect certain legislative metrics like floor attendance and question-raising.
| Pillar | Regular MP (Max Marks) | Union Minister (Max Marks) |
|---|---|---|
| विकास (Development / MPLADS) | 40 | 65 |
| उपस्थिति (Attendance) | 20 | — |
| आवाज़ (Voice / Participation) | 20 | — |
| स्वच्छ छवि (Integrity) | 20 | 35 |
| Total | 100 | 100 |
Why are Ministers scored differently? Union Ministers have executive responsibilities including managing ministries, attending Cabinet meetings, and representing India at international forums. Their lower floor attendance and reduced question-asking is an expected consequence of their role, not a sign of neglect. The adjusted weights ensure fair comparison.
How Each Pillar Score is Calculated
Vikas (Development) — Up to 40 marks (65 for Ministers)
The Development score is a composite of four MPLADS metrics from the MoSPI eSakshi portal. Each sub-metric is normalized and weighted:
- Fund Utilization Rate: (Funds Spent ÷ Funds Allocated) — measures how much of the available money was actually deployed.
- Sanction Efficiency: (Funds Sanctioned ÷ Funds Allocated) — measures administrative speed of project approvals.
- Work Completion Rate: (Completed Works ÷ Sanctioned Works) — measures execution follow-through.
- Total Works Volume: Absolute count of completed projects, normalized against the highest-performing MP.
Upasthiti (Attendance) — Up to 20 marks
Attendance is calculated as a direct percentage mapping: (Sessions Attended ÷ Total Sessions) × 20. An MP who attends 100% of sessions scores the full 20 marks. An MP who attends 50% of sessions scores 10 marks. This is a linear scale with no thresholds or bonuses — every additional session attended earns proportional marks.
Awaaz (Voice) — Up to 20 marks
The Voice score combines debate participation and question-raising activity. Each metric is normalized against the highest value across all MPs in the current Lok Sabha, then weighted equally. An MP who is both active in debates and raises many questions will score highest. The normalization ensures that the scoring adjusts to the activity levels of the current parliamentary term.
Swachh Chhavi (Integrity) — Up to 20 marks (35 for Ministers)
The Integrity score uses an inverse weighting system: MPs with zero declared criminal cases receive maximum marks, and the score decreases as the number of cases increases. The scoring uses a logarithmic decay function to heavily penalize the first few cases while recognizing that beyond a certain threshold, additional cases have diminishing marginal impact on the score. Asset transparency metrics from election affidavits are also factored in.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is NetaScore100?
NetaScore100 is India's first data-driven transparency platform that scores Members of Parliament on a 100-mark scale. It converts complex legislative records into one clear metric using verified government portals and independent research bodies.
How is a NetaScore calculated?
Each MP is scored across 4 pillars: Vikas (Development) tracking MPLADS fund execution, Upasthiti (Attendance) measuring Lok Sabha presence, Awaaz (Voice) evaluating debates and questions raised, and Swachh Chhavi (Integrity) analyzing criminal records and asset transparency. The same algorithm applies equally to all MPs.
Where does NetaScore100 get its data?
NetaScore100 draws from three primary sources: the Ministry of Statistics & Programme Implementation (MoSPI eSakshi) for MPLADS fund data, PRS Legislative Research for attendance and parliamentary activity, and MyNeta.info (ADR) for criminal records and asset declarations from election affidavits.
Is NetaScore100 affiliated with any political party?
No. NetaScore100 is an independent civic initiative. Every MP is scored using the same algorithm regardless of party affiliation. There are no manual adjustments or editorial bias in the scoring process.
How often are NetaScore rankings updated?
Scores are recalculated periodically as new data becomes available from upstream government sources. The dashboard always reflects the latest available data rather than static snapshots.
Can I request a correction to my MP's data?
Yes. If you believe any data on NetaScore100 is inaccurate, please submit a correction request via our Contact Page with the official source URL showing the correct data. We investigate all submissions and update records when verified discrepancies are confirmed.
Why are some constituencies showing “Data Not Available”?
In rare cases, upstream government portals may not have published data for a particular constituency, or data synchronization may be in progress. We continuously work to expand our coverage. If your constituency shows this status, check back soon — or contact us to report the gap.
Does NetaScore100 track Rajya Sabha MPs?
Currently, NetaScore100 focuses on Lok Sabha (Lower House) MPs from the 18th Lok Sabha. Rajya Sabha tracking is being evaluated for a future update as data availability and methodology for the Upper House requires different contextual considerations.
How can I use NetaScore100 data in research or journalism?
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