Question

In the 11th Five Year Plan, which of the following sectors accounts for maximum combined Central, State and U.T. expenditure?

  1. Transport
  2. Energy
  3. Agriculture and Rural Development
  4. Social sector

Answer:

Option D: Social sector

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Social sector”.

The Eleventh Five Year Plan (2007–2012) allocated 50% of its outlay to elementary education and literacy, 20% to secondary education, and 30% to higher education.