Q. Consider the following statements:
1.India has emerged as the net exporter of agricultural products.
2.During 2021-22, agricultural exports reached more than US$ 50 billion.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Explanation: Status of agriculture sector in India:
- Contribution to India’s GVA -18.3% (2022-23).
- Population involved – 54.6% of the total workforce (Census 2011).
- Growth – 3% in 2021-22 compared to 3.3% in 2020-21.
- In recent years, India has also rapidly emerged as the net exporter of agricultural products.
- During 2021-22, agricultural exports reached an all-time high of US$ 50.2 billion.
Source: FORUMIAS
