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The 'Rolling Plan' in the history of Indian economic planning was implemented during which period?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 1966–1969
  2. 1978–1980
  3. 1990–1992
  4. 1951–1956

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 1978–1980

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: B) 1978–1980 📚 Explanation: The Rolling Plan was introduced by the Janata Party government after they terminated the Fifth Five-Year Plan one year ahead of its schedule. This concept allowed for a flexible plan that could be revised and updated every year based on the economy's performance. However, when the Congress government returned to power in 1980, they abandoned this model and launched the Sixth Five-Year Plan.