Q. Which five year plan gave emphasis on the removal of poverty for the first time?
Answer: Fifth
Notes: The Fifth Five-Year Plan from (1974-78) laid stress on employment, poverty alleviation (Garibi Hatao), and justice. It is the first time a plan had emphasis on poverty. The plan also focused on self-reliance in agricultural production and defense. In 1978 the newly elected Morarji Desai government rejected the plan.

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