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Why is agriculture important in India?
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Solution
India is an agricultural country as nearly 65% of its population depends on agriculture for its livelihood.
It provide food, raw material for industries and some product for export.
It accounts for about 25% of the gross domestic product.
Nearly two-thirds of its population depends directly on agriculture for its livelihood.
Agriculture is the main stay of India’s economy.
It accounts for 26% of the gross domestic product.
It ensures food security for the country and produces several raw materials for industries.
Agricultural development is therefore, a precondition of our national prosperity.
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