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(i) Study the following chart carefully and analyze the changing trends in the government expenditure on: Urban Development Rural Development 
 

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Analyzing trends involves comparing year-on-year changes in expenditure, identifying growth patterns, and relating them to government priorities.
Updated On: Jan 13, 2026
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Urban Development: Spending on urban development saw a significant increase, rising from Rs.0.47 lakh crore in 2021-22 to Rs.0.76 lakh crore in 2023-24 (Budget Estimate), highlighting government investment in urban infrastructure, smart cities, and housing initiatives.
Rural Development: Expenditure in rural development expanded from Rs.2.29 lakh crore in 2021-22 to Rs.2.48 lakh crore in 2023-24 (Budget Estimate), demonstrating a sustained commitment to rural employment, agricultural support, and poverty reduction.

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