Fish Production GDP Contribution
Total fish production in India accounts for what percentage of GDP?
- 0.5 per cent
- 0.9 per cent — Correct Answer
- 2 per cent
- 5 per cent
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Today total fish production accounts for 0.9 per cent of the total GDP.
Key Points:
- Inland sources contribute 65% and marine sector contributes 35%.
- Major fish producing states: West Bengal, AP, Kerala, Gujarat, Maharashtra, Tamil Nadu.
- A large share of fishworker families are poor.
- The fishing community faces problems of underemployment and indebtedness.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A, C, D: The correct figure is 0.9 per cent of GDP.
📚 About this Topic — CH-5: RURAL DEVELOPMENT
This multiple choice question is from CH-5: RURAL DEVELOPMENT, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-5: RURAL DEVELOPMENT to strengthen your preparation.
