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Tick the correct option with regards to the contribution towards GDP (Gross Domestic Product) from Agriculture
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- During 1950-51 (GDP 51-88%) and 2011-12 (GDP 14-01%)
- During 1950-51 (GDP 11-00%) and 2011-12 (GDP 25%)
- During 1990-91 (GDP 29-53%) and 2011-12 (GDP 66-77%)
- During 1980-81 (GDP 35-69%) and 2011-12 (GDP 20-69%)
- During 1950-51 (GDP 51-88%) and 2011-12 (GDP 14-01%)
Correct Option: A
Agriculture contributed more than 50 per cent of India’s GDP in 1950-51. Contribution of agriculture and allied sectors to India’s GDP has been declining since then. Agriculture’s contribution fell down to 14.5 per cent in 2010-11 and to 14.1 per cent in 2011-12.
