Question

what is the initiative taken by government to enshure the increase in agricultural production?

Answer 1

The initiatives taken by the government of India to enhance the agricultural production include the following:

• Formulation of the Green revolution: The Green Revolution aimed at enhancing agricultural production of the country. Moving from a rain-fed to irrigation based cultivation and the usage of High Yielding Varieties of seeds were two of the chief components of the programme.
• Development of multipurpose projects, canals, and tanks systems to feed the growing water needs for agricultures
• Subsidies to farmers for the purchase of seeds, fertilizers, and equipment like tractors, electric pump etc.
• Supply of electricity at lower rates to encourage use of modern technology
• Formulating a superior credit system for the farmers to purchase seeds and equipments
• Awareness programms regarding HYV seeds, chemical fertilizers, insecticides and weedicides for the farmers
• Progammes like Kisan Credit Card (KCC) and Personal Accident Insurance Scheme ( PAIS)
• Establishing research institutes for developing better agricultural technologies
• Spreading awareness among farmers regarding the use of technology through television and radio
• Minimum support price for guaranteed returns to the farmers

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