Why is agriculture called the mainstay of Indian economy?

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(i) Agriculture is the mainstay of Indian economy because about 67% of our population depends directly or indirectly on agriculture.

(ii) It provides raw materials to the industries.

(iii) India earns foreign exchange by exporting agricultural products.

(iv) It contributes about 29% to the gross domestic product.

(v) It provides food to over 1,027 million population.

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