In the context of Indian planning, the First Five Year Plan focused primarily on: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

In the context of Indian planning, the First Five Year Plan focused primarily on:
A. Agriculture and irrigation
B. Export promotion
C. Information technology
D. Heavy industries
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
The First Five Year Plan (1951-56) gave priority to agriculture, irrigation and power to address food shortages and build a foundation for future growth.

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Question #1
In a Lorenz curve diagram, the diagonal line represents:
A. poverty line
B. perfect equality of income distribution
C. complete income inequality
D. economic growth

Correct Answer: Option B


Explanation:
The diagonal line in the Lorenz curve diagram represents perfect income equality.

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Question #2
The concept of 'Liquidity Trap' was introduced by:
A. Milton Friedman
B. David Ricardo
C. Adam Smith
D. John Maynard Keynes

Correct Answer: Option D


Explanation:
Keynes introduced the concept of liquidity trap, a situation where interest rates are so low that people prefer to hold cash rather than invest in bonds, making monetary policy ineffective.

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Question #3
In the context of Indian economy, the term 'Demographic Dividend' can be realised if:
A. The fertility rate rises continuously
B. The old-age population dominates
C. The working-age population is productively employed and skilled
D. The dependent population increases rapidly

Correct Answer: Option C


Explanation:
Realising the demographic dividend requires that the large working-age population is educated, skilled and productively employed in the economy.

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