Agriculture and allied sectors, unquestionably, are considered to be the largest source of livelihood in India contributing largely to the GDP of the country. However, despite a significant increase in the production of food grains, the agriculture sector has been facing innumerable challenges primarily because of its dependency on natural resources, which have shrunk due to increasing demographic and socioeconomic pressures. This book, a study assigned by the Ministry of Agriculture, studies different facets of agriculture and allied sectors. It provides an overview of Indian agriculture, and presents an analysis of its performance over the years. Showcasing the issues faced in the development of agriculture, it captures the interventions and initiatives of the government for the development of Indian agriculture.

About the Author
Sangeeta Verma is Adviser Economics and Statistic, Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare P.C. Bodh is Adviser, Directorate of Economics and Statistics, Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers' Welfare


Book Information
ISBN 9780199488834
Author Sangeeta Verma
Format Paperback
Page Count 608
Imprint OUP India
Publisher OUP India
Weight(grams) 1496g
Dimensions(mm) 272mm * 223mm * 33mm