Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Economics

Chapter

Indian Economic Development: Rural Development

Question:

What was the reason behind decline in the productivity of agricultural sector post economic reform period?

Options:

Less investment by the public sector

Lack of infrastructural support

Casualisation of employment opportunities

All of the above

Correct Answer:

All of the above

Explanation:

Scholars identify decline in public investment since 1991 as the major reason for decrease in the productivity of agriculture sector. They also argue that inadequate infrastructure, lack of alternate employment opportunities in the industry or service sector, increasing casualisation of employment etc., further impede rural development.