Question

Nehru is referred to as the architect of Modern India. Pick the reasons that support this statement.

• A. He was one of the founders of Non-alignment movement.
• B. He introduced 5-year plans for the development of India.
• C. He initiated Green Revolution.
• D. He built cities and buildings.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

He introduced 5-year plans for the development of India.

Nehru was one of the founders of the Non-Alignment Movement according to which the developing nations did not align with the United States or with the Soviet Union. He believed in industrialising India to develop it and to do that; he kickstarted the Five Year Plans. Due to all these efforts aiming at the development, he is known as the architect of Modern India.