Livestock Sector Livelihood
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Question (English)
The livestock sector alone provides alternate livelihood options to over how many small and marginal farmers?
- 30 million
- 50 million
- 70 million ✓ Correct
- 100 million
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Today, livestock sector alone provides alternate livelihood options to over 70 million small and marginal farmers including landless labourers.
Key Points:
- Indian farming community uses mixed crop-livestock farming system.
- Cattle, goats, and fowl are the widely held species.
- Livestock provides stability in income, food security, transport, fuel and nutrition.
- A significant number of women also find employment in livestock sector.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A, B, D: The correct figure is over 70 million.
📚 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.
