Agriculture Sector and International Competition

Question

Indian farmers after reforms face increased international competition due to:

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Indian farmers after reforms face increased international competition due to:

  1. Higher minimum support prices
  2. Reduction in import duties on agricultural products and lifting of quantitative restrictions — Correct Answer
  3. Government increasing subsidies
  4. Ban on agricultural exports
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

Farmers face increased competition due to reduction in import duties on agricultural products, low minimum support price, and lifting of quantitative restrictions on agricultural imports.

Key Points:
  • Small and marginal farmers severely affected.
  • Partial removal of fertiliser subsidy increased production costs.

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