Question

Discuss 'Fisheries have an important place in Indian economy.'

Answer 1

Fisheries have an important place in the Indian economy as:

• It acts as a source of income and employment to many fishermen, particularly in coastal areas.
• Fish and other aquatic animals are an important source of food as it is rich in proteins, minerals and vitamins.
• It has a role in the enhancement of food production.
• It supplements the availability of meat and eggs for meeting the nutritional requirement.