Q145
Indian EconomyPlanning, Economic Reforms & Policy
During the first five-year Plan the national income was increased by ______.
- a.5%
- b.10%
- c.18%
- d.None of the above
Answer: (C) 18%
India's First Five Year Plan (1951–56) achieved a growth rate of approximately 3.6%, exceeding the target of 2.1%. The national income increased by about 18% over the plan period. The source key gives (C) 18%.