Region and Regional Development — Geography STD 12 Commerce / Arts — Question
Maharashtra BoardEnglish MediumSTD 12 Commerce / ArtsGeographyRegion and Regional Development4 Marks
Question
Measures to reduce regional imbalance.
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Answer
The following measures along with numerous policies are considered by the government to reduce regional imbalance.
The underdeveloped regions are identified and its economic, physical and social reasons for the non-development are studied.
Regions which require monetary support in a particular sector or field are funded through sector-wise investments to improve the conditions.
Subsidies are given to certain sectors. Investment is made for improvements of roads, schools, agriculture, irrigation, industries, housing, medical and health facilities, etc.
Special attention is given to areas facing problems such as frequent droughts, deserts or hilly and tribal-dominated areas.
The very important strategy to reduce regional imbalances is decentralisation of industries.
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