​How do sustainable agriculture practices contribute to rural development?

Correct option is D

The correct answer is option (D) Through enhancing soil health, water conservation, and biodiversity, leading to better long-term agricultural productivity and rural livelihoods

• Sustainable agriculture practices are crucial for rural development as they focus on long-term environmental health and the well-being of local communities.
• These practices emphasize techniques such as crop rotation, organic farming, and agroforestry, all of which help enhance soil health, conserve water, and promote biodiversity.
  

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•  Sustainable practices have minimal impact on rural development and focus only on environmental conservation: This option overlooks the positive economic and social impacts that sustainable agriculture has on rural livelihoods, in addition to its environmental benefits.
•  By increasing dependence on chemical fertilizers and pesticides: This is contrary to sustainable agriculture, which aims to reduce or eliminate reliance on harmful chemicals in favor of organic or eco-friendly alternatives.
  
•  They restrict agricultural productivity by limiting the use of modern technologies: Sustainable agriculture does not necessarily restrict the use of modern technologies but promotes appropriate and eco-friendly technologies that contribute to long-term productivity without degrading the environment.