Agriculture Public Investment Decline

Question

Since 1991, public investment in agriculture has fallen especially in:

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Since 1991, public investment in agriculture has fallen especially in:

  1. Cash crop production
  2. Infrastructure including irrigation, power, roads, market linkages and research — Correct Answer
  3. Export promotion
  4. Subsidy distribution
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

Public investment fell in infrastructure — irrigation, power, roads, market linkages, and research and extension.

Key Points:
  • These had played a crucial role in the Green Revolution.
  • Partial removal of fertiliser subsidy increased production costs.
  • Small and marginal farmers severely affected.

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