Directions: Choose the best option. The abolition of which body was announced in August 2014, with a new institution replacing it from 1 January 2015?
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Directions: Choose the best option.
The abolition of which body was announced in August 2014, with a new institution replacing it from 1 January 2015?
- Finance Commission
- Election Commission
- Planning Commission
- Union Public Service Commission
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C - Planning Commission
The Prime Minister announced the abolition of the Planning Commission on 15 August 2014, and NITI Aayog replaced it from 1 January 2015. The Finance Commission, Election Commission and UPSC are constitutional bodies that continue to function.
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