The following is not a type of standing plan:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Budget
Option (1) Policies — A standing plan (Incorrect). A policy is a general guide to decisions, such as a college’s admission policy. It is used every time the same situation arises.
Option (2) Methods — A standing plan (Incorrect). A method is the fixed way of doing a routine task, and it is followed every time the task is done.
Option (3) Budget — Not a standing plan (Correct). A budget is a statement of expected expenses, revenue and income in numbers, for a specified period. When that period ends, a fresh budget is made. So it is a single-use plan (made for one period and not used again), like a programme or a project. A standing plan, in contrast, is made once and used again and again.
Option (4) Rules — A standing plan (Incorrect). A rule says what must or must not be done, such as “no smoking”. It applies all the time.
NCERT (2026-27 Edition): “Single-use Plan: A single-use plan is developed for a one-time event or project. Such a course of action is not likely to be repeated in future, i.e., they are for non-recurring situations. The duration of this plan may depend upon the type of the project. It may span a week or a month. A project may sometimes be of only one day, such as, organising an event or a seminar or conference. These plans include budgets, programmes and projects. …” “Standing Plan: A standing plan is used for activities that occur regularly over a period of time. It is designed to ensure that internal operations of an organisation run smoothly. Such a plan greatly enhances efficiency in routine decision-making. It is usually developed once but is modified from time to time to meet business needs as required. Standing plans include policies, procedures, methods and rules.” |