Posted on July 21, 2020
Agriculture is not only important but it provides a base for development.In India, the agricultural sector occupies a vital position in the overall economy of the country: Share of Agriculture in National Income: Agriculture has got a prime role in Indian economy. Though the share of agriculture in national income has come down, still it has a substantial share in GDP. The contributory share of agriculture in Gross Domestic Product was 55.4 % in 1950-51, 52 % in 1960-61 and is reduced to 18.5 % only at present. Important Contribution to Employment: Agriculture sector, at present, provides livelihood to 65…