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| Paper Title: | Agrarian Distress in India: Causes, Consequences, and Policy Implications |
| Authors Name: | Mary Ushes James |
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| Published Paper Id: | IJRTI2412014 |
| Published In: | Volume 9 Issue 12, December-2024 |
| DOI: | http://doi.one/10.1729/Journal.42891 |
| Abstract: | Abstract— Agrarian distress in India has emerged as a significant socio-economic issue, characterized by declining farmer incomes, rising indebtedness, and a spate of farmer suicides. This article examines the causes, consequences, and policy implications of agrarian distress in India. Using a combination of secondary data and empirical evidence, the researcher identifies the key factors contributing to agrarian distress, including declining farm incomes, increasing debt burdens, and climate change. Despite agriculture being the backbone of India's economy, employing nearly 45% of the workforce, its contribution to GDP has dwindled to about 16%, indicating structural inefficiencies. The crisis is multifaceted, driven by fragmented landholdings, unpredictable monsoons, inadequate irrigation, and soil degradation. Furthermore, volatile market prices, post-harvest losses, and a skewed Minimum Support Price (MSP) regime exacerbate the problem. Rural credit dependency has increased, with informal lending mechanisms often leading to cycles of debt. Government initiatives like Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) and eNAM have attempted to address these challenges, but their reach and efficacy remain limited. Climate change, reflected in erratic weather patterns and rising temperatures, further compounds agrarian challenges, making farmers increasingly vulnerable. The socio-economic impacts of this distress are profound, including rising rural unemployment, migration to urban areas, and malnutrition. States like Maharashtra, Madhya Pradesh, and Telangana have reported the highest incidences of farmer suicides, highlighting the psychological toll. The article also analyses the consequences of agrarian distress, such as farmer suicides, migration, and decreased agricultural productivity. Finally, the researcher discusses policy implications and recommendations to address agrarian distress in India. To alleviate the crisis, policy interventions such as doubling farmers' income, better irrigation infrastructure, comprehensive crop insurance, and market reforms are essential. Additionally, long-term measures like climate-resilient agriculture, soil health management, and digital integration in agriculture could pave the way for sustainable development. This article underscores the urgent need for a multi-pronged approach to address agrarian distress, emphasizing the need for synergy between government policies, technological advancements, and grassroots efforts to secure the livelihoods of millions of Indian farmers and ensure food security for the nation. |
| Keywords: | Agrarian Distress, Farmer Suicides, Rural Poverty, Climate Change, Sustainable Agriculture, Food Security. |
| Cite Article: | "Agrarian Distress in India: Causes, Consequences, and Policy Implications", International Journal of Science & Engineering Development Research (www.ijrti.org), ISSN:2455-2631, Vol.9, Issue 12, page no.a134-a136, December-2024, Available :http://www.ijrti.org/papers/IJRTI2412014.pdf |
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