The fifth and sixth five-year plans were majorly focused on which of the following?

Correct option is C

The correct answer is: (c) level of employment
Explanation:
· Fifth Plan (1974–1978) focused on poverty eradication and employment (Garibi Hatao).
· Sixth Plan (1980–1985) emphasized technological self-reliance and employment generation.
Information Booster:
· Fifth Plan: Introduced under Indira Gandhi’s government.
· Aimed at social justice and reducing inequality.
· Sixth Plan: First after Janata Party rule; introduced economic liberalization concepts.
· Employment and rural development were key focus areas.
· Emphasis on Minimum Needs Programme and IRDP.
Additional Information:
· Protection of environment: Came into focus in 8th Plan (1992–97).
· To reduce poverty: Part of all plans but not the unique aim of 5th/6th.
· Industrial products: Majorly emphasized during 2nd and 3rd plans (Nehru-Mahalanobis model).