Topics: CH-2: INDIAN ECONOMY 1950–1990, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books

Soviet Farming Problem

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Soviet farmers packed rotten fruits with fresh fruits because:

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Question (English)

Soviet farmers packed rotten fruits with fresh fruits because:

  1. They had no education
  2. They didn't own land and had no incentive to be efficient ✓ Correct
  3. They were following government orders
  4. Fresh fruits were unavailable
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation

Since Soviet farmers did not own land, they neither enjoyed profits nor suffered losses — no incentive to be efficient.

Key Points:
  • This illustrates the importance of ownership in providing incentives.
  • Explains the poor agricultural performance in the Soviet Union despite vast fertile land.

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