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Which of the following may be termed long-term objectives of Indian planning?
1. Self-Reliance
2. Productive employment generation
3. Growth of 7 per cent per annum
4. Growth in infrastructure


A) 1 and 2

B) 3 and 4

C) 1,2 and 4

D) 2, 3 and 4

Correct Answer:
A) 1 and 2


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