Question : Which committee was appointed to recommend reforms in the Indian agriculture sector in 2004?
Option 1: Shome Committee
Option 2: Rangarajan Committee
Option 3: Swaminathan Committee
Option 4: Kapoor Committee
Correct Answer: Swaminathan Committee
Solution : The correct answer is (c) Swaminathan Committee.
The Swaminathan Committee, officially known as the National Commission on Farmers (NCF), was established in 2004 with the objective of addressing various issues and challenges faced by farmers in India. The committee was chaired by Dr. M.S. Swaminathan, a renowned agricultural scientist.
The Swaminathan Committee extensively studied the state of agriculture in India and made recommendations for agricultural reforms, including issues related to farming practices, agricultural marketing, land reforms, crop insurance, and rural development. The committee focused on improving the welfare and income security of farmers and enhancing agricultural productivity sustainably.
The recommendations of the Swaminathan Committee called for comprehensive reforms in the agricultural sector, including the implementation of remunerative prices for agricultural produce, ensuring access to credit and institutional support for farmers, promoting sustainable farming practices, and strengthening rural infrastructure.
