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SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 27

SSC CGL - 26 Jul 2023 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q27

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What was the prime target of the first five-year plan of India?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Development of agriculture.

  • This plan aimed to address the significant challenges faced by the agricultural sector, such as low productivity, inadequate infrastructure, and widespread poverty among rural communities.
  • The plan focused on increasing agricultural production, implementing land reforms, improving irrigation facilities, providing credit and technical assistance to farmers, and enhancing rural livelihoods.
  • By prioritizing agricultural development, the first five-year plan laid the foundation for India's agrarian transformation and economic growth in subsequent years.