Choose the correct statements:

A. Rural population is highly interested in agriculture.
B. Today the rural areas are more closely integrated to consumers market.
C. Some people work in urban areas and live in villages.
D. Non farm rural occupations are decreasing.

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

B, C only

The correct answer is Option (1) → B, C only

• A. Rural population is highly interested in agriculture: This is False. More and more people who live in villages may no longer work in agriculture or even in the village
• B. Today the rural areas are more closely integrated to consumers market: This is true. Transportation and market access have improved, connecting rural producers to consumers.
• C. Some people work in urban areas and live in villages: This is true. This is a growing trend, with people commuting to cities for work while maintaining their village residence.
• D. Non farm rural occupations are decreasing: This is false. With economic diversification, non-farm activities like small businesses or services are likely increasing in rural areas. Rural people are increasingly engaged in non-farm rural occupations like transport services, business enterprises or craft manufacturing.