What were the major differences in the approach towards development
at the time of Independence? Has the debate been resolved?
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Explanation:
At the time of independence India, had before it, two models of development, i.e., the liberal–capitalist model as in much of Europe and the US and the socialist model as in the USSR. In India, there were many who were impressed by the Soviet model of development. These included not just the leaders of the Communist Party of India, but also those of the Socialist Party and leaders like Nehru within the Congress. There were very few supporters of the capitalist model of development.
The debate has been resolved due to a consensus on the point that the development or planning for development should be the responsibility of the government.
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After Independence, there were plenty of works for the government to do priority being economy. During the time development was being industrialized like the west, but there was a need for both economic development and social justice.
The idea of Development varied broadly:
1. The common perception of Development was becoming modernized which involved the breakdown of traditional social structure
2. After Independence, India had two models of development one was Europe’s and US’s liberal-Capital model and other USSR’s socialist model.
3. Many including Communist Party of India and leaders like Nehru were impressed by Soviet model and very few favored American model.
Yes the debate was resolved, and India came up with a five-year plan (FYP) as in USSR. In this, the government prepares a document for five years, where all its income and expenditure for the next five years is ready.