Drought Prone Area Programme was initiated during which five year plan in India?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → Fourth
Note: A similar question was also asked in CUET (UG) 2026 on 15-05-2026 (Slot 1) and 13-05-2026 (Slot 2), in CUET (UG) 2025 on 21-05-2025 (Slot 1), and in CUET (UG) 2023 on 05-06-2023 (Slot 1).
NCERT (2026-27): “Drought Prone Area Programme … This programme was initiated during the Fourth Five Year Plan with the objectives of providing employment to the people in drought-prone areas and creating productive assets.” |