Question

3. Agriculture was the main occupation. Explain.​

Answer 1

Answer:

Agriculture is the main occupation in India. Two-third of population is dependent on agriculture directly or indirectly. It is not merely a source of livelihood but a way of life. It is the main source of food, fodder and fuel.

Answer 2

Green Revolution in agriculture has made our nation self-reliant in the production of food. For the development of our industries, agriculture plays an active role. It provides crucial raw materials to several industries such as cotton textiles, sugar, jute, oil, vegetables, rubber, and cigarettes, and so on.