Question

State whether the following statement is true or false with reason.

Planning Commission was established to promote development in agricultural sector.

Answer 1

This statement is false.

Explanation:

1. The Government of India set up the Planning Commission in March 1950 to promote a rapid rise in the standard of living of the people.
2. The National Institution for Transforming India replaced the Planning Commission, also known as the NITI Aayog.