Question

“During the colonial period the agricultural sector showed massive stagnation.” Do you agree with the given statement? Justify your answer with valid arguments.

Hint:

Connect historical policies like Zamindari and heavy taxation with agricultural stagnation.

Answer 1

British policies of heavy taxation and exploitation diminished farmers' incomes and agricultural investments. Land revenue systems, such as the Zamindari system, hindered agricultural productivity. A deficit in irrigation facilities and a lack of modernization resulted in stagnant productivity. The exacerbation of agricultural growth was intensified by famines and food scarcity.