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Which programme was launched in 1953 to expand rural development more feasibly?

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The correct answer is
National Extension Service (NES)

NES: 1953 Rural Development Program

The National Extension Service (NES) was introduced in India in 1953.

This program aimed to make the expansion of rural development more feasible by providing essential services and resources directly to rural communities.

Program Rationale

  • The NES focused on community development and encouraging local participation.
  • It served as a vital administrative structure for implementing various rural development schemes.
  • Its launch in 1953 was a significant step towards organized rural upliftment post-independence.

Analysis of Other Options

The other options were established much later:

  • Bharat Nirman Yojana: Launched in 2005.
  • Jawahar Rojgar Yojana: Launched in 1989.
  • Training for Rural Youth for Self-Employment (TRYSEM): Launched in 1979.

Therefore, the National Extension Service (NES) is the correct initiative launched in 1953 for advancing rural development.

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