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Write short note:

Strategies to reduce regional imbalance

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  1. In India, many policies have been considered and implemented to reduce this regional imbalance.
  2. Regions which were not developed were initially identified.
  3. The reasons behind non- development are also identified like physical, social or economic reasons.
  4. Different types of criteria are considered for identifying such areas.
  5. Funds are allocated to those regions which need them in particular sectors or fields.
  6. Sector wise investments are then done to improve the conditions in these areas. 
  7. Such funds are given in the form of subsidies, and investments in roads, schools, agriculture, irrigation, industries, housing, medical and health facilities, etc.
  8. Special care is taken for regions which have been identified as drought-prone, deserts, hilly and tribal-dominated areas. 
  9. Decentralisation of industries is also a strategy to reduce regional imbalance.
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Strategies to Reduce Regional Imbalance
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Chapter 7: Region and Regional Development - Write short notes

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SCERT Maharashtra Geography [English] 12 Standard HSC
Chapter 7 Region and Regional Development
Write short notes | Q 5
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