Planning Commission and NITI Aayog functions and policy frameworks. - One Line Questions

1. When was the Planning Commission of India established? — 1950
2. When was the Planning Commission abolished? — 2015
3. The 'India Innovation Index' is published by NITI Aayog to measure and rank states based on: — Innovation ecosystem
4. The 'Co-creation Hub' of NITI Aayog focuses on: — Engaging with stakeholders to build consensus.
5. NITI Aayog replaced the Planning Commission's role in: — National development planning and resource allocation.
6. Which article of the Indian Constitution provides the basis for the establishment of the Planning Commission? — Article 282
7. Which of the following is NOT a function of the Planning Commission? — Appointing judges to the Supreme Court.
8. When was NITI Aayog officially established? — January 1, 2015
9. The shift from Planning Commission to NITI Aayog represents a move from 'plan allocation' to: — Policy advisory and strategy
10. The establishment of NITI Aayog signifies a shift from a centralized planning model to a more: — Cooperative and competitive federalism
11. NITI Aayog's policy framework aims to create an environment where the Centre and states can: — Collaborate on national development priorities
12. NITI Aayog's policy framework emphasizes competition among states, not just cooperation. This is known as: — Competitive Federalism
13. Which of the following is a 'think tank' function of NITI Aayog? — Researching and recommending policy interventions.
14. NITI Aayog publishes the 'Composite Water Management Index'. This reflects its focus on: — Sustainable development goals
15. The 'SDG India Index' is a tool developed by NITI Aayog to track progress on: — Sustainable Development Goals
16. NITI Aayog's policy framework aims to incorporate the principle of 'Sabka Saath, Sabka Vikas' (Together with all, Development for all) through: — Inclusive growth strategies targeting all sections of society
17. Which of the following is a key area of focus for NITI Aayog's policy recommendations? — Sustainable development and poverty eradication
18. The concept of 'Rolling Plan' was introduced during the Janata Party government, replacing which plan? — Sixth Five-Year Plan
19. The 'Aspirational Districts Programme' is an initiative led by NITI Aayog. Its objective is to: — Identify and develop the most backward districts in India.
20. NITI Aayog's policy framework includes a focus on 'Ease of Doing Business'. This aims to: — Simplify business procedures and attract investment.
21. What was the main objective of the First Five-Year Plan (1951-1956)? — Agriculture and irrigation
22. The Planning Commission was a non-constitutional advisory body. What does this imply? — It was set up by an executive resolution of the Government of India.
23. Who was the first Chairman of the Planning Commission of India? — Jawaharlal Nehru
24. NITI Aayog's policy framework on agriculture emphasizes: — Mechanization and modernization
25. Which of the following is a key function of NITI Aayog? — Promoting cooperative federalism.
26. Which of the following is a key output of NITI Aayog's policy framework related to health? — National Health Policy 2017 implementation oversight
27. NITI Aayog stands for: — National Institution for Transforming India
28. Which institution replaced the Planning Commission in 2015? — National Institution for Transforming India (NITI) Aayog
29. Which of the following is a major policy framework/initiative associated with NITI Aayog? — Make in India
30. What is the main difference in the 'policy framework' between the Planning Commission and NITI Aayog? — Planning Commission focused on Five-Year Plans, NITI Aayog on long-term vision.
31. NITI Aayog promotes a 'bottom-up' approach to policy making. What does this mean? — Policies are formulated after consulting with states and local bodies.
32. The Planning Commission's resource allocation was primarily based on: — Population and poverty levels
33. The 'State Energy Efficiency Index' is a key output of NITI Aayog, aiming to: — Improve energy conservation and efficiency across states.
34. The 'Knowledge Hub' of NITI Aayog aims to: — Develop best practices and policy frameworks.
35. NITI Aayog's structure includes full-time members and part-time members. Part-time members are typically drawn from: — Leading universities and research organizations
36. The Planning Commission's Five-Year Plans had targets, while NITI Aayog focuses on: — Providing a strategic vision and actionable roadmap.
37. Which of the following best describes the policy framework approach of NITI Aayog regarding states? — States are active partners in policy formulation and implementation.
38. The dissolution of the Planning Commission and the formation of NITI Aayog was a recommendation of which committee? — Rangarajan Committee
39. The Five-Year Plans were approved by which body before implementation? — The National Development Council (NDC)
40. Who is the ex-officio Chairman of NITI Aayog? — The Prime Minister of India
41. The Vice Chairman of NITI Aayog is appointed by: — The Prime Minister of India
42. NITI Aayog has two hubs. What are they? — Co-creation Hub and Knowledge Hub
43. Which Five-Year Plan emphasized the 'Garibi Hatao' (Remove Poverty) slogan? — Fifth Five-Year Plan
44. What is the primary role of NITI Aayog? — To act as a think tank and provide policy recommendations to the government.
45. What was the primary role of the Planning Commission? — To advise the government on the formulation of Five-Year Plans.
46. NITI Aayog's role in coordinating with international organizations like the World Bank and IMF is primarily: — To provide policy inputs and facilitate knowledge sharing.
47. The Planning Commission's approach to planning was often criticized for being: — Top-down and rigid
48. The Planning Commission's structure was criticized for being: — Dominated by economists and technocrats
49. NITI Aayog's role in policy formulation is characterized by: — Advisory and strategic guidance
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