M.A-M.A Economics 2nd Sem EC-203 : Indian Agricultural Problems and Policies (University of Pune, Pune-2013)

                          M.A. (Part I) (Second Semester) EXAMINATION, 2013
                                                           ECONOMICS
                                EC-203 : Indian Agricultural Problems and Policies 
                                                         (2008 PATTERN)

Time : Three Hours Maximum Marks : 80

N.B. :—

(i) Attempt all questions.

(ii) Figures to the right indicate full marks.

(iii) Answers should be precise and to the point.

1. Answer any one of the following questions in 500 words : [20]

(i) Explain the past and present policy of ceiling on land holdings in India. What is its impact on Agriculture ?

(ii) Critically examine the impact of W.T.O. on Indian Agriculture.

2. Answer any one of the following questions in 500 words : [20]

(i) Discuss the problems of Agricultural Labour in India. Suggest the measures to improve their economic condition.

(ii) Discuss the recent major agricultural problems in India.

3. Answer the following questions in 250 words each (any two) : [20]

(i) Explain the significance of ‘SEZ’ in India.

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(ii) Explain the benefits of Employment Guarantee Scheme.

(iii) State the recent changes in Export Policy of food grains, milk and milk product.

(iv) Explain the need of strong and effective service sector in Agricultural development.

4. Write short notes on (any four) : [20]

(i) Mechanisation in Indian Agriculture : benefits and problems

(ii) Causes of rural unemployment

(iii) Issues in Agricultural Subsidies

(iv) Rural credit problems in Maharashtra

(v) Agricultural EXIM Policy 2004-09

(vi) Export policy of spices.

 

Earning:  ₹ 7.05/-