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

Heavy taxation and exploitation by the British reduced farmers’ incomes and investments in agriculture. Land revenue systems like Zamindari discouraged agricultural productivity. Lack of irrigation facilities and modernization led to stagnant productivity. Famines and food shortages worsened the situation, affecting agricultural growth.