15 MCQs on the Politics of Planned Development

Test your knowledge of the politics of planned development in India with these 15 multiple-choice questions. This blog post covers a wide range of topics, from the goals of planned development to the challenges and successes of this approach. The answers to the questions are also provided, so you can check your understanding

1-What is the primary goal of planned development in politics? a) Economic growth b) Social justice c) National security d) Environmental protection Answer: b) Social justice

2-Which political ideology emphasizes government intervention to promote planned development? a) Capitalism b) Socialism c) Libertarianism d) Anarchism Answer: b) Socialism

3-In the context of planned development, what does GDP stand for? a) Gross Domestic Product b) Government Development Plan c) Growth in Democratic Politics d) General Development Program Answer: a) Gross Domestic Product

4-Which of the following is NOT a pillar of sustainable development in politics? a) Economic growth b) Environmental protection c) Social equity d) Political stability Answer: d) Political stability

5-Who is responsible for creating and implementing most planned development policies in a democratic system? a) The President b) The Central Bank c) The Legislature d) The Military Answer: c) The Legislature

6-Which country is often cited as a model of successful planned development in the 20th century? a) Japan b) India c) Brazil d) Russia Answer: a) Japan

7-What term describes the deliberate effort by governments to improve the economic well-being and quality of life of their citizens? a) Economic liberalization b) Planned obsolescence c) Developmentalism d) Austerity measures Answer: c) Developmentalism

8-Which of the following is a key indicator of human development in politics? a) Gross National Product (GNP) b) Unemployment rate c) Life expectancy d) Stock market performance Answer: c) Life expectancy

9-What type of development focuses on reducing economic disparities between regions within a country? a) National development b) Regional development c) International development d) Urban development Answer: b) Regional development

10-What term refers to the practice of providing financial aid or technical assistance to developing countries by wealthier nations? a) Globalization b) Dependency theory c) Foreign aid d) Neoliberalism Answer: c) Foreign aid

11-In the context of planned development, what does the term "poverty trap" refer to? a) A situation where poverty is self-perpetuating due to lack of access to resources and opportunities b) A government's deliberate attempt to keep its citizens in poverty c) The rise in poverty rates during economic recessions d) The phenomenon of poverty increasing as GDP grows Answer: a) A situation where poverty is self-perpetuating due to lack of access to resources and opportunities

12-Which international organization often provides loans and technical assistance to developing countries for infrastructure projects? a) World Health Organization (WHO) b) International Monetary Fund (IMF) c) World Bank d) United Nations (UN) Answer: c) World Bank

13-What is the term for a policy that seeks to reduce the economic and political influence of foreign corporations and governments in a country's domestic affairs? a) Import substitution b) Free trade agreement c) Globalization d) Neoliberalism Answer: a) Import substitution

14-Which of the following is a common criticism of planned development policies? a) They often lead to income equality. b) They can result in environmental degradation. c) They prioritize individual freedom over collective welfare. d) They discourage foreign investment. Answer: b) They can result in environmental degradation.

15-What term is used to describe a situation where government resources are allocated based on political considerations rather than economic or social needs? a) Crony capitalism b) Economic planning c) Socialism d) Market economy Answer: a) Crony capitalism