Various steps taken by government
♤ Government through National food security mission focussed on increasing production of pulses, which India has been importing
♤ Oil seed production has also been emphasized under National mission on oilseed and oil palm
♤ National horticultural mission for promoting horticultural products.
Some other steps like rationalisation of MSP for products other than cereals is necessary.
3. “Multiplicity of cropping systems has been one of main features of Indian agriculture and it is attributed to rainfed agriculture and prevailing socio-economic situations of farming community.” Comment.Answer:4. Despite favourable demand and supply factors as well as high rate of return, diversification towards horticulture crops has been slow. Examine. What steps are required to achieve the potential of this sector?Answer:5. What do you understand by cropping pattern? What are the factors that influence the cropping pattern in India? Is there a need to change the cropping pattern in the country keeping the agro-ecological concerns in mind?Answer: