1. Animal rearing is a key livelihood and risk mitigation strategy for tribals and small and marginal farmers, particularly across the rainfed regions of India. Substantiate. Also, discuss some strategies to realize the potential of this sector.

Approach:

♤ Briefly discuss the scope of the sector.

♤ Bring out its significance for tribals and small and marginal farmers.

♤ Discuss steps that need to be taken to realize the potential of the sector.