Question

What is the main limitation of government interventions in agricultural marketing?

Options

• International trade agreements prevent intervention

• Government policies are too strict for farmers

• Private trade by moneylenders and merchants still predominates

• Farmers refuse to participate in regulated markets

Answer 1

Despite various government interventions, private trade by moneylenders, rural elites, big merchants, and rich farmers still predominates in agricultural markets, limiting the effectiveness of regulatory measures.