Five Year Plans — Set 9
Economics · पंचवर्षीय योजनाएं · Questions 81–90 of 100
The First Five Year Plan was launched in which year?
Correct Answer: B. 1951
The First Five Year Plan in India was launched in 1951 for the period until 1956. It was presented by the first Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru, in the Parliament. This plan laid the foundation for systematic economic development in independent India.
Who was the first Chairman of the Planning Commission of India?
Correct Answer: D. Jawaharlal Nehru
Jawaharlal Nehru was the first ex-officio Chairman of the Planning Commission by virtue of being the Prime Minister. The commission was established in 1950 to oversee the nation's five-year plans. This tradition of the PM heading the planning body continued until its dissolution.
The Second Five Year Plan focused on which sector?
Correct Answer: B. Heavy Industries
The Second Five Year Plan (1956-61) primary focused on rapid industrialization and heavy industries. It was based on the Mahalanobis model which prioritized capital goods production. This plan was crucial for building India's industrial infrastructure.
The 'Green Revolution' in India started during which decade?
Correct Answer: D. 1960s
The Green Revolution began in the late 1960s, specifically during the three annual plans between the 3rd and 4th five-year plans. It introduced high-yielding varieties of seeds and modern farming techniques. This movement transformed India from a food-deficient to a food-surplus nation.
Which Five Year Plan was the last five-year plan of India?
Correct Answer: A. Twelfth Plan
The Twelfth Five Year Plan (2012-2017) was the final five-year plan implemented in India. After this, the government discontinued the five-year planning system. It was replaced by a more flexible 15-year vision and a 3-year action agenda by NITI Aayog.
The 'Rolling Plan' was introduced after which Five Year Plan?
Correct Answer: A. Fifth Plan
The Rolling Plan was introduced in 1978 after the Fifth Five Year Plan was terminated a year early. This concept was initiated by the Janata Government led by Morarji Desai. It aimed at yearly evaluations and target adjustments instead of fixed five-year blocks.
Who is considered the 'Architect of Indian Planning'?
Correct Answer: A. P. C. Mahalanobis
Prasanta Chandra Mahalanobis is often called the architect of Indian planning for his work on the Second Plan. He was a brilliant statistician and founded the Indian Statistical Institute. His model of industrial development guided Indian policy for several decades.
Which Five Year Plan was terminated one year before its scheduled time?
Correct Answer: D. Fifth Plan
The Fifth Five Year Plan (scheduled for 1974-79) was terminated in 1978 by the Janata Party government. The government wanted to replace it with its own planning model called the Rolling Plan. However, the Congress government later resumed the five-year plan format in 1980.
In which year was the NITI Aayog formed, replacing the Planning Commission?
Correct Answer: B. 2015
NITI Aayog (National Institution for Transforming India) was formed on January 1, 2015. It was established by the NDA government to replace the 65-year-old Planning Commission. Unlike its predecessor, it emphasizes a 'bottom-up' approach and cooperative federalism.
The 'Garibi Hatao' slogan was given by which Indian Prime Minister?
Correct Answer: C. Indira Gandhi
Indira Gandhi gave the 'Garibi Hatao' (Remove Poverty) slogan during her 1971 election campaign. This theme became the central objective of the Fifth Five Year Plan. It aimed to directly address the basic needs of the poor through state intervention.