During the period between 1950 and 1990, the proportion of GDP contributed by agriculture significantly ____.

Correct option is D

• Between 1950 and 1990, the proportion of GDP contributed by agriculture significantly declined.

• Agriculture’s share in India’s GDP decreased as the country’s economy underwent a process of industrialization and service sector growth.

• This shift marked a period of diversification in the Indian economy, where the secondary (industrial) and tertiary (services) sectors expanded, while the agriculture sector's relative importance diminished.

• Agriculture’s Contribution: In 1950, agriculture contributed to around 50-55% of India's GDP, but by 1990, it had fallen to approximately 30%.

• Economic Transition: The decline in agriculture's share was driven by the growth of other sectors, particularly manufacturing and services.

• Industrialization and Urbanization: Government policies promoting industrialization, along with increased urbanization, shifted the economic focus from agriculture to other industries.

• Option A (doubled): Agriculture’s share did not double; it decreased during this period.

• Option B (remained constant): The proportion of GDP from agriculture did not remain constant; it gradually decreased.

• Option C (increased): Agriculture’s share in GDP did not increase during this period. Instead, it faced a decline due to industrial and service sector growth.