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What is the importance of agriculture on Indian economy? Name 3 features of Indian agriculture.

a. India is an agricultural country. b. Nearly two-thirds of its population depends directly on agriculture for its livelihood. c. Agriculture is the main stay of India's economy. d. It accounts for 26% of the gross domestic product. e. It ensures food security for the country and produces several raw materials for industries. f. Agricultural development is therefore, a precondition of our national prosperity.Features
a. Farmers own small piece of land and grow crops primarily for their own consumption. b. Animals play a significant role in the various kinds of agricultural activities. c. Farmers depend mainly upon monsoon rains.

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