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The Indian Village Service (IVS), founded in 1945, aimed to:

APromote industrialization in rural communities.

BAssist government in rural planning through direct financial aid

CDevelop volunteer-based initiatives to support local leadership.

DExpand urban amenities to rural areas.

Answer:

C. Develop volunteer-based initiatives to support local leadership.

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IVS focused on grassroots initiatives, utilizing volunteers to support local leadership in rural areas, rather than promoting industrialization or urban amenities.


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