7) According to the latest NSSO survey data, about 52% of the agricultural households are in debt, which has increased over the past decade. What are the major reasons for the high indebtedness of the Indian Farmers? What initiatives are required to be taken in order to improve the situation at ground level?

Topic: Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices; Public Distribution System- objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping; issues of buffer stocks and food security;

7) According to the latest NSSO survey data, about 52% of the agricultural households are in debt, which has increased over the past decade. What are the major reasons for the high indebtedness of the Indian Farmers? What initiatives are required to be taken in order to improve the situation at ground level? (200 Words)

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http://www.frontline.in/columns/C_P_Chandrasekhar/revisiting-rural-indebtedness/article6756887.ece