Question

What was the reason for low productivity in agriculture sector at the eve of independence?

• A. HYV Seeds
• B. Land settlement which was unfavourable to the farmers
• C. Improved irrigation system
• D. None of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Land settlement which was unfavourable to the farmers

The various forms of land settlement practised by the British disincentivised the farmers and were the reason for low productivity in the agriculture sector at the eve of independence.