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SSC CPO 2024 PYQ — Question 70

SSC CPO - 28 June 2024 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q70

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Which Five Year Plan period saw the initiation of the Hill Area Development Programme?

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Fifth Five Year Plan

  • The Hill Area Development Programme (HADP) was initiated during the Fifth Five Year Plan (1974-1979) to address the developmental challenges of hilly regions.
  • It focused on integrated development, including infrastructure, agriculture, and social services, to enhance the quality of life in these areas.
  • HADP’s integrated approach has influenced subsequent development programs by emphasizing the need to address multiple aspects of development simultaneously.