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Economy and Government

Karnataka Board · Class 10 · Social Science

Quick revision notes for Economy and Government — Karnataka Board Class 10 Social Science. Key concepts, formulas, and definitions for last-minute revision.

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Key Topics to Revise

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Government-Economy Relationship and Economic Systems

  • Economic system is an organized system of all economic activities aimed at human welfare
  • 19th century belief: Government should not interfere in economic activities (limited to defense, justice, law & order)
  • 20th century: Rise of 'Welfare States' expanded government involvement in citizen welfare
2

Planning in India - Foundation and Structure

  • Planning essential for systematic resource utilization and achieving success
  • Sir M. Visvesvariah - 'Father of Economic Planning in India' (published 'Planned Economy for India' in 1934)
  • National Planning Commission formed in 1950 (Prime Minister as Chairman)
3

Five-Year Plans - Implementation and Achievements

  • First Five-Year Plan started on 1st April 1951
  • 12 Five-Year Plans completed by 2017
  • NITI Aayog replaced Planning Commission in 2015
4

Green Revolution - Transformation of Indian Agriculture

  • Green Revolution: Quick progress in food grain production during 1967-70
  • Production increased from 74 million tonnes (1967) to 108 million tonnes (1970)
  • Caused by use of 'High Yielding Variety (HYV) seeds'

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