Rural Development
This worksheet covers key concepts of rural development in India, including credit systems, agricultural marketing, diversification, and organic farming. Total: 40 marks.
Section A: One Word Answers [20 Marks]
Answer the following questions in one word or a short phrase.
What term describes the comprehensive action for developing areas lagging behind in the village economy?
Before independence, who exploited small farmers and landless labourers by lending at high interest rates?
What is the apex body established in 1982 to coordinate the activities of all institutions involved in the rural financing system?
What is the name of the women-oriented, community-based poverty reduction programme implemented in Kerala?
Credit provisions provided by Self-Help Groups for income generation are generally referred to as what type of programmes?
Section B: True or False [20 Marks]
State whether the following statements are True or False, and provide a brief reason for your answer.