Which of the following was the prime cause of the realignment of focus on the development of agriculture instead of industrialisation during the plan holiday period between 1966 and 1969?
A
Beginning of the Gulf War in the Middle East
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B
Crisis in the agricultural sector and a serious food shortage
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C
War with neighbouring countries
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D
Acute shortage of raw materials for industries
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Solution
The correct option is B Crisis in the agricultural sector and a serious food shortage The Third Five-Year Plan was followed by three annual plans. This period is known as the plan holiday. During these years, India witnessed a crisis in the agricultural sector and had a serious food shortage. Thus, the government shifted focus on developing and modernising agriculture rather than emphasising on industrial development.