Chairperson of Planning Commission
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Question (English)
Who was the Chairperson of the Planning Commission of India?
- President of India
- Finance Minister
- Prime Minister ✓ Correct
- Governor of RBI
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
The Prime Minister was the Chairperson of the Planning Commission.
Key Points:
- Set up in 1950.
- Replaced by NITI Aayog in 2015.
- Formulated India's five year plans.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A. President: The President is the head of state, not the Planning Commission.
- B. Finance Minister: Was a member but not the Chairperson.
- D. RBI Governor: Heads the central bank, not Planning Commission.
📚 About this Topic — CH-2: INDIAN ECONOMY 1950–1990
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