static for many years at wei I below 0.2 per cent of GNP, which Is less than one-fifth of the minimum recommended (viz. 1 percent of GNP) for poor developing countries by the UN forums. On the other hand, the corresponding figure for developed countries IS as high as 3 to 5 percent of their Incomparably larger GNP. Apart from the gross Inadequacy of our overal I Research and Development Investment, the sectoral distribution of research funds Is badly skewed and, as a consequence, some vital develop­ ment sectors have remained deprived of the much needed research support. To rectify this situation, It was proposed to effect a quantum jump In Science and Technology allocation during the Sixth Plan and ensure a proper balance In the distribution of available resources. The allocation earmarked for Science and Technology actlvl• ties In the Sixth Plan Is Rs. 5,809 ml II lon (Rs.4,908 •!Ilion under various sectors and Rs. 1,000 mil lion block allocation tor new programmes and projects not covered under sectoral allocation) which Is about four times the outlays during the Fifth Plan period <Tablet>. Furthermore, unlike In the past It Is proposed that the development effort In each sector will provide for a matching Input of Research and Development. Even· with these proposed steps the level of Science and Technology Investment by the end of the Sixth Plan will be about 0.5 per cent of GNP. The momentum g•nerated through successful Implemen­tation of the programmes Incorporated In the Sixth Plan wll 1 however enable further acceleration of R&O·efforts In subsequent years so that the target of 1 percent of GNP Is attained by the end of the next (Seventh) Plan. SCIENCE AND TECHNOLOGY IN PERU THE NATIONAL PLANNING SYSTEM Established In 1961, the National Planning System has since 
**Analysis**
The text discusses the allocation of funds for Science and Technology in the context of national planning, specifically in relation to the Sixth Plan. It highlights the current low investment in Science and Technology and proposes measures to increase it. The text also mentions the connection between Science and Technology investment and economic development, as well as the goal of achieving 1% of GNP in investment by the end of the next plan. This suggests that the text is focused on economic development and the role of Science and Technology in achieving it.

**Category**
Economic development, Science and technology