Assertion and reason

Exercise and reference answers

Questions

1. Reason

   Five year plans provided the basis for a longer perspective plan.

   Verdict

   Both are true; the reason explains the assertion.

   Assertion

   India's plans had both a short and a long horizon.

2. Reason

   It was among the stated goals of the planning process.

   Verdict

   Both are true; the reason explains the assertion.

   Assertion

   Self-reliance shaped economic policy after independence.

3. Reason

   Planning set objectives across several sectors.

   Verdict

   The assertion is false and the reason is true.

   Assertion

   The Green Revolution transformed Indian industry.

Explanation