The Seventh five year plan was started in _____.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
Correct Answer: Option 4 (1985)
Explanation:
India's Seventh Five-Year Plan ran from 1985 to 1990. The plan's main objective was to increase grain production, create employment opportunities, and increase productivity. Its slogan was 'Food, Work, and Productivity.'
Additional Facts
Chairman: During this plan, Rajiv Gandhi was the Prime Minister of India and Chairman of the Planning Commission.
Key Initiatives: The Jawahar Rozgar Yojana (JRY) was launched in 1989 under this plan.
Achievements: This plan achieved an actual growth rate of 6.01%, against a target growth rate of 5.0%.
Hindu Growth Rate: With the successful completion of the Seventh Plan, the Indian economy broke out of the 'Hindu Growth Rate.'
Possible Questions for the Upcoming Exam
On which model was the first five-year plan based?
(Answer: Harrod-Domar Model)
In which Five-Year Plan was the slogan 'Garibi Hatao' given?
(Answer: Fifth Plan)
In which year did NITI Aayog replace the Planning Commission?
(Answer: January 1, 2015)