Bulk of group specific and area specific rural development programmes in India were initiate during _______ :

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Answer 1

The Fourth Five-Year Plan (1969-1974) was a crucial phase in India's economic planning, focusing on stability, growth, and self-reliance.Key Points

The bulk of group-specific and area-specific rural development programs in India were initiated during the Fourth Five-Year Plan (1969-1974).
During this period, the government recognized the need for targeted interventions to support specific underprivileged communities and backward areas.
Key programs introduced included Drought-Prone Area Programme (DPAP), Small Farmer Development Agency (SFDA), Hill Area Development Programme (HADP), etc.
These initiatives laid the foundation for integrated rural development, which was further expanded in subsequent plans.

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The Fifth Five-Year Plan (1974-1979) continued these efforts with more comprehensive programs like Integrated Rural Development Programme (IRDP).
The Second and Third Five-Year Plans primarily emphasized industrial growth and heavy industries, with less focus on rural-specific development.

Hence, the correct answer is Fourth Five-Year Plan.