Farmers suicides are an outcome of

Expensive inputs on agriculture

The correct answer is Option 3: Expensive inputs on agriculture

Farmer suicides in India are often attributed to the following factors, which are linked to expensive inputs on agriculture. The rising costs of seeds, fertilizers, pesticides, and irrigation often force farmers to take loans. In the event of crop failure or poor market prices, they struggle to repay these debts.

The other options do not align with the conditions that lead to distress among farmers:

• Less cost on production and stable market would reduce financial stress.
• Increased productivity would generally improve farmers' economic conditions