Question
Which sector employs the largest portion of India's labor
force?Solution
Agriculture remains the largest employer in India, accounting for approximately 42-45% of the country's workforce, particularly in rural areas. Despite contributing only about 17-18% to India's GDP, the agricultural sector provides livelihood to nearly half of the working population. India is a leading global producer of various crops including rice, wheat, and sugarcane. The Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare, currently headed by Shivraj Singh Chauhan, oversees various schemes to support this sector, including PM-KISAN, Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana, and the Kisan Credit Card program.
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