Question:
How does decentralized planning provide flexibility in governance?
ABy requiring all regions to follow the same national plan
BBy allowing planning to adapt to the specific social, economic, and environmental conditions of different regions
CBy limiting the role of local governments in decision-making
DBy imposing uniform policies on all communities
Answer:
B. By allowing planning to adapt to the specific social, economic, and environmental conditions of different regions
Explanation:
Decentralized planning offers flexibility by allowing local bodies to adapt their plans to meet the specific conditions of their regions, whether those are social, economic, or environmental. This contrasts with rigid, one-size-fits-all policies in centralized planning systems.