Which of the following statements is correct?


A) Planning Commission is a constitutional body

B) The Prime Minister is the Chairman of the Planning Commission

C) The Minister of Planning is always necessarily the Deputy Chairman of
Planning Commission


D) The draft plan is prepared by the National Development Council

Correct Answer:
B) The Prime Minister is the Chairman of the Planning Commission


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