Status of Agriculture sector in India before the Green Revolution:
○ Agricultural productivity was low due to old technology, absence of required infrastructure, lack of irrigation facilities, and minimal use of fertilizers.
○ Agriculture was the backbone of India's economy, employing approximately 75% of the population
○ Farming was heavily reliant on monsoon rains, leading to inconsistent crop yields and vulnerability to droughts.
○ Systems like Zamindari led to exploitation of farmers, with high rents and little incentive for land improvement.
○ Farmers had minimal access to institutional credit, often relying on moneylenders with high-interest rates.
○ Frequent famines and food shortages were common, highlighting the sector's inability to meet the population's needs.
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