Question

What was the aim of the Planning Commission?

• A. To design policies for economic development
• B. Formulate plans for the economic development of the country
• C. To divide the country based on religion
• D. To divide the country based on language

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (B)

Formulate plans for the economic development of the country

On 15 March 1950, a Planning Commission was established. It reported directly to the Prime Minister, Jawaharlal Nehru. It aimed to design policies and come up with developmental plans to be followed for the economic development of the country.