Why is agriculture called the mainstay of Indian economy?
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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