Question

What was a primary focus of the Special Programmes Phase (1970s-1980s) in decentralised planning?

• A. Large-scale industrialisation in rural areas
• B. Area-based and block-level planning for vulnerable groups
• C. Strengthening urban governance structures
• D. National-level economic centralisation

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Area-based and block-level planning for vulnerable groups

The Special Programmes Phase focused on area-based and block-level planning to target underserved populations and economically disadvantaged regions.