The correct option is C 1997-2002
The Ninth five-year plan came after 50 years of Indian Independence. The Ninth five-year Plan tried primarily to use the latent and unexplored economic potential of the country to promote economic and social growth. The prime focus of this plan was to increase growth in the country with the emphasis on social justice and equity. It is based on the strength of the past development strategies and its weakness. It provides proper direction and stabilize the socio-economic factor of the country.