Practice Exercises (6.6) - PLANNING AND SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT IN INDIAN CONTEXT

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Question 1.
What is NITI Aayog?
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Think of it as a planning body for states.
Question 2.
Name one target area programme.
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Consider programs focused on improving specific regions.
3Question 3.
What organization replaced the Planning Commission?
- NITI Aayog
- Ministry of Planning
- Economic Planning Board
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It's the new planning body for the country.
4Question 4.
True or False: Sustainable development hinders economic growth.
- True
- False
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Think about how development can be both effective and caring for the environment.
Question 5.
Evaluate the effectiveness of decentralized planning compared to centralized planning in addressing regional disparities in India.
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Think about real-world examples of successful implementations.
Question 6.
Analyze the sustainability implications of the Indira Gandhi Canal Project within the framework of regional planning.
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Consider both sides of development outcomes.

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