Question

Which of the following are the strategies of urban development adopted in India in the eleventh five year plan?
$1$. Strengthening urban local bodies through capacity building and better financial management.
$2$. Increasing the efficiency and productivity of cities by deregulation and development of land
$3$. Reducing incidence of poverty.
Select the correct answer using the code given.

• A. $1$ and $2$
• B. $2$ and $3$
• C. $1,2$ and $3$
• D. $1$ and $3$

Answer 1

The correct option is C $1,2$ and $3$

The significance and contribution of urban areas for economic growth was realised and thus, strategies for urban development were a focused upon in the eleventh five year plan.
(i) Reforms were introduced at the urban local bodies to ensure better financial management.
(ii) The efficiency and productivity of cities was emphasised on through deregulation of land development and planned infrastructural development.

(iii) Strategies were developed for reduction in the incidence of poverty in the urban along with the rural areas so as to ensure inclusive growth.