Question

Agriculture had been the backbone of the Indian economy. But the declining share of agriculture in the GDP is now a matter of serious concern.” Explain the meaning of this statement 5
(a) One feature A is shown in the given political outline map of India. Identify this feature with the help of following information and write it correct name on the line marked on the map.

CBSE Class X Social Science LA (5 Marks)

Answer 1

Agriculture is the backbone of the Indian economy because :

(i) In India, about 63% people were engaged in agriculture sector in 2001.

 (ii) Share in GDP was more than 40% in 1973.

(iii) Raw materials for secondary sectors are mostly supplied by agriculture. But now, the share of agriculture is declining in the GDP year by year. So, it is a matter of serious concern for all.

 (iv) Share of agriculture in the GDP has declined from 44% to 24% during 1973 to 2003.

(v) The primary sector continues to be the largest employer even in 2000 but the production has not increased by this rate.

Answer 2

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Agriculture is the backbone of the Indian economy because:

(i) In India, about 63% people were engaged in agriculture sector in 2001.

(ii) Share in GDP was more than 40% in 1973.

(iii) Raw materials for secondary sectors are mostly supplied by agriculture. But now, the share of agriculture is declining in the GDP year by year. So, it is a matter of serious concern for all.

(iv) Share of agriculture in the G.D.P. has declined from 44% to 24% during 1973 to 2003.

(v) The primary sector continues to be the largest employer even in 2000 but the production has not increased by this rate.

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