The correct answer is (b) Social Services.
The Twelfth Five Year Plan (2012-2017) was a plan for the development of India. It was the 12th such plan, and was prepared by the Planning Commission of India. The plan focused on the following areas:
- Agriculture and rural development
- Infrastructure
- Manufacturing
- Services
- Social sector
The plan allocated the largest amount of expenditure to the social sector, which includes education, health, and nutrition. This was in line with the government’s commitment to providing basic services to all citizens.
The other options are incorrect because they are not among the top priorities of the Twelfth Five Year Plan.
(a) Financial Services: The plan allocated a significant amount of expenditure to financial services, but this was not the largest area of expenditure.
(c) Agriculture: The plan allocated a significant amount of expenditure to agriculture, but this was not the largest area of expenditure.
(d) Fisheries and Forestry: The plan allocated a small amount of expenditure to fisheries and forestry, but this was not a top priority.