Diversification in Agriculture
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Question (English)
Diversification in agriculture includes:
- Only change in cropping pattern
- Only shift of workforce from agriculture to non-agriculture
- Both change in cropping pattern and shift of workforce to allied and non-agriculture activities ✓ Correct
- Only adoption of organic farming
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Diversification includes two aspects — one relates to change in cropping pattern and the other relates to a shift of workforce from agriculture to other allied activities (livestock, poultry, fisheries etc.) and non-agriculture sector.
Key Points:
- There is greater risk in depending exclusively on farming for livelihood.
- Agricultural employment is concentrated in the Kharif season.
- During Rabi season, areas with inadequate irrigation face employment difficulties.
- Expansion into other sectors provides supplementary gainful employment.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A, B: Each represents only one aspect of diversification.
- D: Organic farming is a separate concept from diversification.
📚 About this Topic — CH-5: RURAL DEVELOPMENT
This multiple choice question is from CH-5: RURAL DEVELOPMENT, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-5: RURAL DEVELOPMENT to strengthen your preparation.
