Question

Which of the following are responsible for the low quality of life of rural people in India?

• A. Belief in superstitions, customs, and traditions
• B. Lack of infrastructure facilities
• C. Lack of scientific research on agricultural practices
• D. Low literacy levels

Answer 1

Answer: (B), (C), (D)

Low literacy levels

The low quality of life of rural people is attributable to the lack of social and economic development. There is a lack of education and skill development facilities as well as healthcare and infrastructure facilities. Stagnation and slow growth in agriculture, lack of access to credit facilities and banks, and lack of awareness about moderns ways of agriculture are other factors contributing to the low quality of life of rural people.