In which Five-Year Plan were Removal of Poverty (Garibi Hatao) and Self-Reliance declared as major plan objectives?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Fifth Five-Year Plan.
· The Fifth Five-Year Plan (1974-1979) of India declared the Removal of Poverty (Garibi Hatao) and Self-Reliance as its major objectives.
· This plan was formulated under the leadership of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi. It aimed to address widespread poverty and make India self-reliant in various sectors.
· The slogan "Garibi Hatao" (Remove Poverty) was a prominent aspect of this plan, reflecting the government's focus on reducing poverty and improving the living standards of the economically disadvantaged sections of society.
· Self-reliance was aimed at reducing dependence on foreign aid and imports, fostering domestic production, and strengthening the Indian economy.
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· Seventh Five-Year Plan (1985-1990): Focused on accelerating growth, modernizing the economy, reducing poverty, and generating employment.
· Sixth Five-Year Plan (1980-1985): Aimed at reducing poverty, achieving economic growth, and promoting technological self-reliance.
· Eighth Five-Year Plan (1992-1997): Focused on human development, modernization, and achieving rapid economic growth in a more market-oriented economic framework.