InterviewSolution
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What measures were taken to bring in socio-economic change during the initial years after independence? |
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Answer» 1. Many measures were taken to bring in socio-economic change during the initial years after independence. 2. The Planning Commission was set up. 3. The First five Year Plan focussed on agriculture. 4. The components of socio-economic change were a) land reforms b) agriculture cooperatives c) local self-government. 5. Planners felt that it was essential to develop industries and increase employment in service sectors. 6. In Second Five Year Plan focus shifted to industries. 7. Three types of land reforms were contemplated. a) Abolition of Zamindari System, b) Tenancy reforms and land ceilings. 8. Co-operatives were to bring economies of scale and also provide valuable inputs. 9. Dams were constructed and were useful to both the agriculture and Industrial sectors. |
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