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Indian Five-Year Plans

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Indian Five Year Plans form a critical component of Indian economic history, detailing objectives like poverty alleviation and industrial growth. Questions target specific timelines, agricultural targets, and industrial policies established across various plan periods. This topic is a staple in civil services and state preliminary examinations.

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Indian Five-Year Plans Questions

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. first

  2. fifth

  3. seventh

  4. eigth

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The 'Garibi Hatao' (Remove Poverty) slogan was the main objective of the Fifth Five Year Plan (1974-1978), launched by Indira Gandhi. This plan focused on poverty alleviation, self-reliance, and social justice as key national priorities for India's development.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. India’s Health

  2. Eradication of poverty from India

  3. India’s Education

  4. Development of Rural India

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C Correct answer
Explanation

The 11th Five Year Plan (2007-2012) was termed the 'Education Plan' with a primary focus on expanding educational infrastructure and access. Nearly 20% of plan outlays were dedicated to education. While poverty eradication and rural development are ongoing priorities, the 11th Plan specifically highlighted education as its central theme.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. first

  2. fifth

  3. seventh

  4. eighth

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The Fifth Five Year Plan (1974-1979) adopted 'Garibi Hatao' (Remove Poverty) as its central objective, aligning with Indira Gandhi's 1971 election slogan. This plan emphasized poverty alleviation, employment generation, and social justice programs. The plan was disrupted by political instability and emergency but remains significant for its poverty-focused approach.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. 2025

  2. 2035

  3. 2045

  4. 2055

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C Correct answer
Explanation

India's National Population Policy 2000 set a long-term objective to achieve population stabilization by 2045. The policy had immediate, medium-term, and long-term goals, with 2045 being the target year for achieving a stable population consistent with sustainable development.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. 1951-1956

  2. 1947-1952

  3. 1956-1961

  4. 1991-1996

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

India's First Five Year Plan covered the period 1951-1956, focusing on agricultural development, irrigation, and hydroelectric power. The Planning Commission was established in 1950, but actual implementation began in April 1951 following the adoption of the Constitution.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. First

  2. Second

  3. Fifth

  4. seventh

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The 'Garibi Hatao' (Remove Poverty) slogan was the main objective of the Fifth Five Year Plan (1974-79) launched by Indira Gandhi. This plan focused on poverty alleviation, self-reliance, and reducing inequalities. The slogan became famous during the 1971 general elections and was incorporated into the Fifth Plan.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. 8.8%

  2. 8.9%

  3. 9.0%

  4. 9.5%

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The 11th Five Year Plan (2007-2012) of India set an estimated GDP growth target of 9.0% per annum. This was an ambitious target reflecting India's economic aspirations during that period. The actual growth achieved varied year to year due to global economic conditions including the 2008 financial crisis, but the planned target remained 9%.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. 2007 – 2012

  2. 2005 – 2010

  3. 2008 – 2013

  4. 2006 – 2011

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The Eleventh Five Year Plan covered the period 2007-2012, focusing on inclusive growth, faster development, and common man's welfare. This is a straightforward factual recall question about plan timelines.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. National Atomic Energy Planning

  2. National Adult education Programme

  3. National Authority on Engineering Projects

  4. Nuclear and Atomic Energy Project

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Multiple choice general knowledge science & technology
  1. Unified Project Plan

  2. Unity Project Plan

  3. Unity Project Planning

  4. Unity Project Planned

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A Correct answer
Explanation

UPP stands for Unified Project Plan in project management contexts. It is a comprehensive document that outlines all aspects of a project including objectives, scope, timeline, resources, and risks.

Multiple choice general knowledge
  1. Family pension scheme

  2. Employer pension scheme

  3. Employee pension scheme

  4. Pension provident fund

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A Correct answer
Explanation

The Family Pension Scheme was established in 1951 in India as part of the early social security framework for employees. This scheme provided financial protection to families after the employee's death.