Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
CDS2015
In recent plans, certain words/phrases were used in the title of the plan along with 'growth'. They are
- Inclusive
- Faster
- More inclusive
- Sustainable
- More sustainable Which combination is true of the Twelfth Five Year Plan (2012 – 17) ?
- A 1, 2 and 3
- B 1, 4 and 5
- C 2, 3 and 4 ✓
- D 1, 2 and 4
✓ Correct answer: (C)
Economy › Planning & Reforms
CDS2015
Inclusion strategy does not focus on
- A reduction of inequality
- B reduction of poverty
- C diversifying livelihood for tribal population
- D getting poorer countries closer ✓
✓ Correct answer: (D)
Economy › Poverty/Employment/Inclusion
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