Which Five-Year Plan was based on the Gadgil formula, focusing on growth with stability and progress towards self-reliance?

Answer and explanation

Correct answer: A. Fourth Five-Year Plan (1969-1974)

  1. Step 1: The plans introduced innovations like the Gadgil formula in 1969 for transparent resource allocation to states. Answer: Fourth Five-Year Plan (1969-1974). The Fourth Plan was based on the Gadgil formula focusing on growth with stability and progress towards self reliance. Why not the others: First Five-Year Plan (1951-1956), Second Five-Year Plan (1956-1961) and Fifth Five-Year Plan (1974-1979) don't fit.

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