AI-generated practice question — model-generated for extra practice, not a previous-year CBSE board question.
Resource planning is essential to ensure judicious use of resources. In India, some regions are rich in certain resources but deficient in others (e.g., Rajasthan has solar/wind energy but lacks water), making balanced planning necessary.
Source: Resources and Development, Resource Planning in India
The examiner expects one clear reason specific to India — the uneven/diverse distribution of resources across regions. Mentioning a concrete example (like Rajasthan or Jharkhand) strengthens the answer. Avoid writing more than 1-2 lines for a 1-mark question.