Politics of planned development
Madhya Pradesh Board · Class 12 · Political Science
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- Development had different meanings for different groups.
- Economic growth and social justice were both considered necessary.
- The government was expected to guide development, not leave it only to private interests.
- Two major models shaped debate: liberal-capitalist and socialist.
- The Soviet model influenced many Indian leaders.
- One view prioritised industry; another prioritised agriculture and rural poverty removal.
- Set up in March 1950 by government resolution.
- It was an extra-constitutional advisory body.
- The Prime Minister was its Chairperson.
Common Mistakes to Avoid
The Planning Commission was a constitutional body created by the Constitution of India.
The Bombay Plan was a government plan that opposed planning and supported a completely open economy.
Left and Right are the names of political parties in this chapter.
Memory Tips
Planning Commission as an extra-constitutional advisory body
Prime Minister as Chairperson of the Planning Commission
Directive Principles linked to the Planning Commission
Public support for planning in the 1940s and 1950s
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