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What is the main reason for adopting decentralized planning in India?

ATo concentrate all resources at the central level

BTo involve people at the local level in plan formulation and execution

CTo maximize central government control

DTo increase imports

Answer:

B. To involve people at the local level in plan formulation and execution

Read Explanation:

  • Decentralized planning was adopted because central planning failed to address many local needs, and there was a need to mobilize local resources and address environmental concerns by involving local communities in planning and execution.


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