The surveys conducted by the Ministry are based on scientific sampling methods.

The Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MOSPI) came into existence as an Independent Ministry on 15 October 1999 after the merger of the Department of Statistics and the Department of Programme Implementation.

The Ministry has two departments: CSO was finally merged with NSSO to make National Statistical Office (NSO) in 2019.

The surveys conducted by the Ministry are based on scientific sampling methods.

Apart from helping the government create and maintain a comprehensive database on businesses, the unique number will also simplify a business' dealings with various governmental agencies by reducing chances of duplicate entities, resolving identity issues and saving time when going for future registrations or licences.