In which year the concept of a special category status was first introduced when the fifth Finance C...........

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In which year the concept of a special category status was first introduced, when the fifth Finance Commission sought to provide certain disadvantaged states with preferential treatment?

1969

1943

1988

1973

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Explanation:

Special category status - Historical background:

=> The concept of a special category status was first introduced in 1969 when the fifth Finance Commission sought to provide certain disadvantaged states with preferential treatment.

=> Form of central assistance and tax breaks, establishing special development boards, reservation in local government jobs, educational institutions, etc.