Topics: CH-2: INDIAN ECONOMY 1950–1990, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books

Agriculture Population 1950 vs 1990

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Population depending on agriculture changed from ___% in 1950 to ___% by 1990:

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Population depending on agriculture changed from ___% in 1950 to ___% by 1990:

  1. 75.0 to 60.0
  2. 67.5 to 64.9 ✓ Correct
  3. 80.0 to 70.0
  4. 72.1 to 66.8
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Changed from 67.5% in 1950 to 64.9% in 1990 — a very small decline.

Key Points:
  • Agriculture's GDP share declined significantly but population dependence did not.
  • Industry and services failed to absorb agricultural workers.
  • Considered an important policy failure.

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