3. Discuss the potential of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) to improve the livelihood of farmers in India. What are the initiatives taken by the government under 'National e-Governance Plan in Agriculture (NeGP-A)' in this regard?

Approach:

♤ The introduction should include link between ICT and agriculture or farmers.

♤ Then potential role should be enumerated in ICT in various areas associated with agriculture which in turn would improve livelihood of farmers.

♤ Finally, initiatives under NEGP-A should be enumerated.