Question

Why is agriculture called the mainstay of Indian economy ?

CBSE Class X Social Science LA (5 Marks)

Answer 1

(a) Agriculture is the mainstay of Indian economy because about 67% of our population depends directly or indirectly on agriculture.

(b) It provides raw materials to the industries.

 (c) India earns foreign exchange by exporting agricultural products.

(d) It contributes about 29% to the gross domestic product.

 (e) It provides food to over 1027 million population.

Answer 2

Agriculture is the mainstay of Indian economy because:
(i) Two thirds of the population is dependent on agriculture and it generates large scale employment.
(ii) It provides food for teeming millions.
(iii) It provides raw materials to many agro-based industries like cotton, rubber, sugar.
(iv) Export of agricultural products earns valuable foreign exchange like tea, spices.
(v) It contributes to 26% of gross domestic product (GDP).



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