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    _________ is the largest employer of the labour force in India.
    Question

    _________ is the largest employer of the labour force in India.

    A.

    Financial Services Sector

    B.

    Cottage Industries

    C.

    Agriculture

    D.

    Small Scale Industries

    Correct option is C

    The correct answer is (c) Agriculture.

    • Agriculture is the largest employer in India, accounting for 42–45% of the workforce, especially in rural areas.

    Information Booster:

    Ministry: Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers' Welfare

    Current Minister: Shivraj Singh Chauhan

    Agriculture's Contribution to GDP: Approximately 17–18%.

    Largest Crop Producers: India leads in producing rice, wheat, and sugarcane.

    Labour Force in India: About 500 million people employed across sectors.

    Relevant Schemes:

    • ​ PM-KISAN (2019).
    •  Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (2016).
    •  National Mission on Agricultural Extension & Technology (2014).
    •  MGNREGA (2005).
    • Kisan Credit Card (1998).

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