Question

In which year did the family planning programme in India suffer a setback?

• A. 1975-76
• B. 1990-91
• C. 1995-96
• D. 2000-2001

Hint:

The Emergency period (1975-76) saw forced sterilizations, harming India's family planning programme.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The family planning programme in India suffered a major setback during the period of 1975-76 when the government adopted coercive sterilization methods under the Emergency period. This led to widespread resentment and resistance. It marked a turning point, after which the family planning policy shifted towards more voluntary and educational methods. \[ \boxed{\text{Option A}} \]