Commercialisation of Agriculture
The commercialisation of agriculture during British rule meant that farmers shifted from producing:
- Cash crops to food crops
- Food crops to cash crops — Correct Answer
- Industrial goods to agricultural goods
- Raw materials to finished goods
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Commercialisation of agriculture meant farmers shifted from producing food crops to cash crops which were ultimately used by British industries back home.
Key Points:
- This shift did not help farmers improve their economic condition.
- Cash crops were grown for British industrial consumption.
- There was evidence of relatively higher yield of cash crops in certain areas.
- Agriculture was starved of investment in terracing, flood-control, drainage, and desalinisation.
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