Which one of the following statements regarding the objectives of the Second Five-Year Plan is <strong>NOT</strong> correct?

  1. A. Development of the basic and heavy industry sector
  2. B. Increase in national income to raise living standards
  3. C. Expansion of the consumer goods sector
  4. D. Expansion of employment opportunities

Correct Answer: C. Expansion of the consumer goods sector

Explanation

The Second Five-Year Plan (Mahalanobis model) prioritized rapid industrialisation through the development of basic and heavy industries, rather than the expansion of the consumer goods sector.

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