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Question 1 of 5
In context of India's five year plans, in which plan was the growth rate target exceeded?
A First plan
B Fifth plan
C Sixth plan
D None of the above
Why: The **First Five Year Plan (1951-1956)** achieved a growth rate of 3.6%, exceeding its target of 2.1%. This was due to successful agricultural performance and favorable monsoons, marking it as the only plan where the actual growth surpassed the targeted rate. Other plans like the Fifth and Sixth fell short of their targets due to various economic challenges.[1]
Question 2 of 5
During which Five Year Plan was the total expenditure on agriculture the highest?
A 1st
B 2nd
C 3rd
D 4th
Why: The **First Five Year Plan (1951-1956)** had the highest total expenditure on agriculture as a priority sector, with about 31% of total plan outlay allocated to it. This focus addressed food security post-independence and supported the Harrod-Domar model emphasizing agriculture. Subsequent plans shifted more towards industry.[1]
Question 3 of 5
Which Five-Year Plan gave priority to agriculture?
A 5th
B 4th
C 3rd
D None of the above
Why: The **First Five Year Plan (1951-1956)** gave the highest priority to agriculture, not the 3rd, 4th, or 5th plans. The First Plan allocated 31% of resources to agriculture to ensure food self-sufficiency. The 3rd Plan balanced sectors, 4th emphasized growth with stability, and 5th focused on poverty removal and self-reliance.[1]
Question 4 of 5
A rolling plan is a plan for
A One year
B Two years
C Three years
D Five years
Why: A **rolling plan** is a plan for **one year**, which is revised annually. Introduced by the Janata Government in 1978 for 1978-83, it replaced the Fifth Plan. Unlike fixed Five Year Plans, it allows flexibility by rolling over yearly with updated targets based on current economic conditions.[1]
Question 5 of 5
Which Five-Year-Plan was terminated before the completion of its period?
A Fifth
B Sixth
C Seventh
D Eighth
Why: The **Fifth Five Year Plan (1974-1979)** was terminated before completion in 1978. It was ended prematurely by the Janata Government, which introduced a Rolling Plan instead. The plan aimed at poverty removal (Garibi Hatao) but faced political changes leading to its discontinuation.[1]