India’s Rural Population Dependence

Question

More than _____ of India's population depends on agriculture.

Select an answer

More than _____ of India's population depends on agriculture.

  1. One-third
  2. Half
  3. Two-thirds — Correct Answer
  4. Three-fourths
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

More than two-thirds of India's population depends on agriculture that is yet to become productive enough to provide for them.

Key Points:
  • One-fourth of rural India still lives in abject poverty.
  • Mahatma Gandhi emphasized development of villages as real progress.
  • Agriculture is the major source of livelihood in the rural sector.
  • Rural development is crucial for India's overall national development.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
  • A, B, D: The correct proportion is more than two-thirds.

📚 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.

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