The primary sector of Indian economy is

Correct option is B

The correct answer is (b) agriculture 
Explanation:
· The primary sector of an economy involves activities that are directly dependent on natural resources.
· In the Indian context, agriculture is considered the most significant component of the primary sector.
· This sector includes farming, animal husbandry, forestry, fishing, and mining.
· The primary sector is often called the "agriculture and allied sectors" because most natural products come from these activities.
· Despite its declining share in India's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), the primary sector remains crucial for rural employment and food security, employing a significant portion of the workforce. 
Information Booster:
· In FY 2024-25, the primary sector contributed 19.7% to India's Nominal GDP.
· Over 40% of India's total workforce is engaged in the primary sector, highlighting its continued importance for livelihoods, especially in rural areas.
· The primary sector provides the raw materials that are then processed by the secondary (manufacturing) sector.
· Historically, agriculture contributed a much larger share to India's GDP (around 40% in the 1970s), but this has declined with the growth of industry and services. 
Additional Knowledge: (a) industry
· Industry belongs to the secondary sector of the economy.
· The secondary sector involves activities that transform raw materials from the primary sector into finished goods through manufacturing and processing. 
(c) tourism
· Tourism is a part of the tertiary sector of the economy.
· The tertiary sector, also known as the service sector, involves activities that provide services rather than producing tangible goods. Examples include transport, banking, and education. 
(d) horticulture
· Horticulture is a branch of agriculture that deals with the cultivation of fruits, vegetables, flowers, and ornamental plants.
· Therefore, horticulture is a part of the primary sector, not a distinct sector in itself.