Question

Q. Which of the following statements is/are true about the second five year plan?

Select the correct code from the options given below:

• A. 1 only
• B. 2 only
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is A 1 only

Explanation:

• Statement 1 is correct. The second five year plan (1956-1961) emphasised rapid industrialisation with particular emphasis on the development of basic and heavy industries.
• Statement 2 is incorrect. It was based on the Nehru-Mahalanobis model. First five year plan was based on the Harrod Domar model.