The five-year plans for India with their duration are given below. Which of the following is correctly matched?
| (a) | Second five-year plan | 1956-57 to 1960-61 |
| (b) | Third five-year plan | 1961-62 to 1965-66 |
| (c) | Fourth five-year plan | 1966-67 to 1970-71 |
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Both a and b.
- The correct duration for the Second Five-Year Plan in India is 1956-57 to 1960-61. This plan focused on the development of industries and emphasized the importance of the public sector in economic growth.
- The Third Five-Year Plan in India lasted from 1961-62 to 1965-66. This plan aimed to achieve self-sustained growth and focused on various sectors, including agriculture and industry, while addressing the need for economic stability and development.
- The Fourth Five-Year Plan in India actually ran from 1969 to 1974. This plan was designed to address the economic challenges posed by the previous years, including the impact of wars and poor agricultural performance.