Which of these was NOT one of the reasons for the break in the five year plans after three consequent five year plans were formulated?
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Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Gulf war.
The Gulf War was NOT one of the reasons for the break in the five-year plans after the first three plans. The break occurred primarily due to the Indo-Pakistan conflict, devaluation of domestic currency, and two successive years of drought. These factors created significant economic challenges and disruptions, impacting the planning and implementation of development projects. The Gulf War, which began in 1990, did have economic implications globally, but it was not a direct cause of the break in India's five-year plans.