Which of the following five year plan of India aimed at accelerating food grain production, increasing employment opportunities & raising productivity with focus on 'food, work & productivity'?

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) Seventh Five Year Plan.
· The Seventh Five Year Plan (1985-1990) of India aimed at accelerating food grain production, increasing employment opportunities, and raising productivity. It focused on three key areas: food, work, and productivity.
· The primary objectives were to increase agricultural production, especially food grains, create employment opportunities for the growing workforce, and improve productivity across sectors, especially agriculture and industry.
· The plan also emphasized the expansion of the productive infrastructure such as irrigation, power, and roads to support these goals.
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· Sixth Five Year Plan (1980-1985):
· Focused on poverty alleviation and self-reliance in agriculture.
· Eighth Five Year Plan (1992-1997):
· Aimed at modernization and rapid industrialization of the economy.
· Focused on generating employment and reducing poverty.
· Ninth Five Year Plan (1997-2002):
· Focused on social justice, poverty eradication, and ensuring access to basic services like education, healthcare, and employment.