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Which of the following is called the backbone of the Indian economy? - Economic Applications

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Question

Which of the following is called the backbone of the Indian economy?

Options

  • Service sector

  • Industry

  • Trade

  • Agriculture

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Solution

Agriculture

Explanation:

Agriculture provides livelihood to about 43% of the labor force, supplies raw materials to various industries, and meets the food requirements of the large population. Despite a declining share in national income due to industrial and service sector growth, agriculture remains crucial for employment, food supply, industrial raw materials, and exports, making it fundamental to India’s overall economic structure and development.

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Chapter 6: Main Sectors of Indian Economy : Agriculture - QUESTIONS [Page 78]

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J. P. Goel and Kaushal Goel Economic Applications [English] Class 9 ICSE
Chapter 6 Main Sectors of Indian Economy : Agriculture
QUESTIONS | Q 1. | Page 78
J. P. Goel and Kaushal Goel Economics [English] Class 9 ICSE
Chapter 7 Primary Sector : Agriculture
QUESTIONS | Q 1. | Page 104
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