Given below are two statements: Statement (I): Agriculture and allied…
2024
Given below are two statements: Statement (I): Agriculture and allied activities in Rajasthan, still continues to be the backbone of the state’s economy by contributing 28.95 percent in the state’s total GSVA in 2022–2023 at the current price. Statement (II): Rajasthan, being a state with diverse climatic conditions, is actively engaged in the cultivation of a variety of crops, supporting organic farming and holding strong animal husbandry sectors. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
- A.
Statement (I) is incorrect but Statement (II) is correct.
- B.
Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are correct.
- C.
Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are incorrect.
- D.
Statement (I) is correct but Statement (II) is incorrect.
- E.
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Correct answer: B
Statement (I) says that agriculture and allied sectors contribute 28.95% to Rajasthan’s GSVA (2022–23) and remain the backbone of the economy. This is correct because Rajasthan has a large rural population and a significant dependence on agriculture, livestock, and allied activities like dairy and fisheries.
Statement (II) highlights Rajasthan’s diverse climatic conditions, which allow cultivation of different crops such as wheat, barley, mustard, bajra, and pulses. The state is also known for promoting organic farming and has a strong animal husbandry sector (especially cattle, camels, and sheep). Rajasthan is one of the leading states in livestock population, supporting this statement.
Since both statements are factually correct and logically consistent, the correct answer is Option B.