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India is predominantly an agricultural country. Nearly 40% of the country’s national income is derived from agriculture and its allied activities Despite major emphasis on the industrial development, agriculture continues to occupy a place of pride in our economy. Agriculture is India’s big economy. Although the share of agriculture in the total national income has been gradually decreasing on account of development of the secondary and tertiary sectors contribution continues to be significant. Agriculture provides the principal means of livelihood for over 58.4% of India’s population. It contributes approximately one-fifth of total gross Domestic Product. Agriculture accounts for about 10% of the total export earnings and provides raw material to a large number of industries. About 43% of the country’s total geographical area is used for agricultural purposes.