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The focus areas of the first and second five-year plans were:

AAgriculture and Service Sectors

BIndustry and Service Sectors

CAgriculture and Industry sectors

DAgriculture and Foreign Sectors

Answer:

C. Agriculture and Industry sectors

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Indian Five-Year Plans: Focus Areas

  • The First Five-Year Plan (1951-1956) primarily concentrated on the agriculture sector. The main goal was to achieve self-sufficiency in food grains and to lay the foundation for economic development through agricultural reforms. Key initiatives included land reforms, irrigation projects, and community development programs.

  • The Second Five-Year Plan (1956-1961) shifted its focus towards the industry sector, particularly heavy industries. This plan aimed to accelerate industrialization and create a strong industrial base for the Indian economy. It emphasized the development of large-scale industries like steel, mining, and heavy engineering. This strategy was largely influenced by the Mahalanobis model.

  • This dual focus reflects a sequential approach to development, initially addressing basic needs like food security and then moving towards industrial growth for long-term economic transformation.


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