Agriculture GDP vs Population
A major failure of India's 1950-1990 policies was that:
- Industrial GDP declined
- Agriculture's GDP share declined but population dependence on it did not decline proportionally — Correct Answer
- Service sector did not grow
- Foreign trade increased too rapidly
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Agriculture's GDP contribution declined significantly but the proportion of population depending on it did not.
Key Points:
- Population in agriculture: 67.5% (1950) → 64.9% (1990) — minimal change.
- Industry and services failed to absorb surplus agricultural workers.
- Many economists call this an important failure.
📚 About this Topic — CH-2: INDIAN ECONOMY 1950–1990
This multiple choice question is from CH-2: INDIAN ECONOMY 1950–1990, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-2: INDIAN ECONOMY 1950–1990 to strengthen your preparation.
