Correct option is D
The correct answer is (d) 54.6%
· As per the Census of India 2011, 54.6% of the population was engaged in the agricultural sector, either directly or indirectly.
· This includes cultivators, agricultural labourers, and others involved in farming-related activities.
· The agricultural sector remains one of the largest sources of employment in India, especially in rural areas.
Additional Information:
· Despite a gradual decline in the agricultural workforce percentage over the years due to urbanization and industrialization, agriculture still constitutes a significant portion of India’s economy and employs a large share of the rural population.