Question

According to URDPFI guidelines, what is the full form of IDDP?

• A. Inter District Development Plan
• B. Intra District Development Planning
• C. Integrated District Development Plan
• D. Inter District Development Planning

Hint:

() \textbf{URDPFI Guidelines:} Framework for urban and regional planning in India.
(ž) \textbf{IDDP} stands for \textbf{Integrated District Development Plan}.
(Ÿ) This is a comprehensive plan for the coordinated development of a district, integrating various sectors and spatial planning.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

URDPFI (Urban and Regional Development Plans Formulation and Implementation) Guidelines are issued by the Government of India to provide a framework for planning. These guidelines often refer to various types of plans at different hierarchical levels. The acronym IDDP, in the context of these guidelines and general district-level planning in India, stands for Integrated District Development Plan. An Integrated District Development Plan (IDDP) aims to:
(˜) Provide a comprehensive and integrated framework for the development of a district.
(™) Coordinate planning efforts across various sectors (e.g., agriculture, industry, infrastructure, social services, environment) within the district.
(š) Integrate spatial planning (land use, infrastructure) with socio-economic development planning.
(›) Link planning at the district level with higher-level (state, regional) plans and lower-level (block, village/town) plans.
(œ) Often involves participation of local bodies (Panchayats, Municipalities) and other stakeholders. Let's check the options:
(a) Inter District Development Plan: "Inter" implies between districts, which would be more of a regional plan.
(b) Intra District Development Planning: "Planning" at the end usually isn't part of the acronym for the plan itself.
(c) Integrated District Development Plan: This is the standard and widely recognized full form for IDDP in the context of Indian planning frameworks like URDPFI. The term "Integrated" emphasizes the comprehensive and coordinated nature of the plan.
(d) Inter District Development Planning: Similar issue as (a) and (b). Therefore, IDDP stands for Integrated District Development Plan. \[ \boxed{\text{Integrated District Development Plan}} \]