Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Political Science

Chapter

Politics in India Since Independence: Politics of Planned Development

Question:

Who wrote the book 'Economy of Permanence'?

Options:

P.C. Mahalanobis

Verghese Kurian

K.N. Raj

J.C. Kumarappa

Correct Answer:

J.C. Kumarappa

Explanation:

C. Kumarappa (1892-1960): Original name J.C. Cornelius; economist and chartered accountant; studied in England and USA; follower of Mahatma Gandhi; tried to apply Gandhian principles to economic policies; author of ‘Economy of Permanence’; participated in planning process as member of the Planning Commission