Who described the change of relationship between landlords and agricultural workers as a shift from 'patronage to exploitation'?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Jan Breman
NCERT (2025-26): “4.4 Transformations in Rural Society … The change in the nature of the relationship between landlords (who usually belonged to the dominant castes) and agricultural workers (usually low caste), was described by the sociologist Jan Breman as a shift from ‘patronage to exploitation’ (Breman, 1974). Such changes took place in many areas where agriculture was becoming more commercialised, that is, where crops were being grown primarily for sale in the market. The transformation in labour relations is regarded by some scholars as indicative of a transition to capitalist agriculture.…” |