Agriculture Employment 1990
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Question (English)
By 1990, what percentage of India's population was still employed in agriculture?
- 45 per cent
- 55 per cent
- 65 per cent ✓ Correct
- 75 per cent
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
About 65 per cent of the population was still employed in agriculture in 1990.
Key Points:
- Industrial and service sectors did not absorb agricultural workers.
- Many economists call this an important failure of 1950-1990 policies.
- Agriculture's GDP share declined significantly but population dependence did not.
📚 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.
