Twelfth Five Year Plan (India)

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]] Twelfth Five Year Plan (India) was a central government plan structure aimed at enhancing the country's economic development. It covered the period from 2012 to 2017, following the Eleventh Five Year Plan that ended in 2012. This plan was developed by the Planning Commission of India, which has since been replaced by the NITI Aayog in 2015. The Twelfth Five Year Plan focused on various sectors including healthcare, education, infrastructure, agriculture, and industry to promote inclusive growth and improve the living standards of its citizens.

Objectives[edit | edit source]

The main objectives of the Twelfth Five Year Plan were to:

Achieve a growth rate of 8%, which was considered ambitious given the global economic conditions at the time.
Enhance the quality of education at all levels.
Provide healthcare services to all, aiming to reduce maternal and child mortality rates.
Strengthen infrastructure development, including roads, bridges, and electricity supply, to support economic growth.
Promote sustainable development and address climate change issues.
Increase agricultural productivity and ensure food security for the population.
Foster inclusive growth that would reduce poverty and create employment opportunities.

Challenges[edit | edit source]

The plan faced several challenges, including:

Global economic uncertainties that could impact growth.
High inflation rates that could undermine poverty reduction efforts.
Governance issues and the need for reforms in various sectors.
Environmental concerns and the need for sustainable development practices.

Implementation[edit | edit source]

The implementation of the Twelfth Five Year Plan was through central and state government schemes and initiatives. It involved coordination among various ministries and departments to ensure that the plan's objectives were met. The Planning Commission played a key role in monitoring the progress and providing guidance.

Outcomes[edit | edit source]

While the Twelfth Five Year Plan aimed for an 8% growth rate, the actual growth rate achieved was lower. However, there were significant achievements in various sectors such as healthcare, education, and infrastructure development. The plan also laid the foundation for sustainable and inclusive growth, emphasizing the importance of addressing environmental concerns and ensuring that the benefits of growth reached all sections of society.

See Also[edit | edit source]

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