Question

Which were the major parameteres that were considered under Gadgil committee for central plan assistance?

• A. Population
• B. Per Capita Income
• C. Tax Effort
• D. All the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D All the above

The Gadgil formula was formulated with the inception of the third five-year plan for the distribution of plan transfers (Central assistance) amongst the states. It was named after D. R. Gadgil, then deputy chairman of the Planning Commission. Major parameters considered were - population, tax effort, per capita state income, special problems of individual states and assistance to Special category states.