Question
Download Solution PDFWhich five-year plan aimed to increase the rapid growth in food grains production?
Answer (Detailed Solution Below)
Detailed Solution
Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is the Seventh Five-Year Plan. Key Points
- The seventh Five-Year Plan was implemented from 1985 to 1990.
- The main objective of this plan was to achieve rapid growth in food grain production and increase self-sufficiency in food.
- The plan aimed to increase the food grains production from 155 million tonnes in 1984-85 to 200 million tonnes by the end of the plan period.
- The Seventh Five-Year Plan also focused on increasing employment opportunities, improving infrastructure, and promoting social justice.
Additional Information
- The sixth Five Year Plan was implemented from 1980 to 1985.
- It focused on poverty alleviation and rural development.
- The Fifth Five-Year Plan was implemented from 1974 to 1979.
- It aimed to achieve self-reliance in agriculture and industry.
- The Eighth Five-Year Plan was implemented from 1992 to 1997.
- It focused on human development, employment generation, and infrastructure development.
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