Who is the Chairman of National Development Council (NDC) ?

Answer :- Prime Minister of India
Related Facts

• NDC which gives final approval of planning in India was set up in 1952.
• Planning Commission was set up in 1950 and the first Five Year Plan was launched in 1951.
• Prime Minister is the Ex-officio Chairman of Planning Commission in India.
• Montek Singh Ahluwalia is the Deputy Chairman of Planning Commission.
• 12th plan period is 2012 - 2017.
• Basic objective of 12th Five Year Plan is faster more inclusive and sustainable growth.
• Growth target fixed for 12th Five Year Plan is 9%.