Question

What was the main function of the newly created Ministry of Community Development in 1956?

• A. To establish Panchayati Raj institutions
• B. To focus solely on industrial growth
• C. To prepare national programmes, budgets, and coordinate the CDP
• D. To manage foreign trade and economic policies

Answer 1

Answer:

C. To prepare national programmes, budgets, and coordinate the CDP

• The Ministry of Community Development, created in 1956, was responsible for preparing national programmes, budgeting, directing, and coordinating the implementation of the Community Development Programme (CDP) throughout India.

• It served as the overall in-charge of the programme at the national level.