The Situational Assessment Survey of Agricultural Households aimed atI...
The Situational Assessment Survey of Agricultural Households aimed at capturing the condition of agricultural households in the rural areas of the country in the context of policies and programmes of Government of India. It was designed to collect information on various aspects relating to farming and other socio-economic characteristics of agricultural households. Information on consumer expenditure, information on income and productive assets, their indebtedness, farming practices and preferences, resource availability, awareness of technological developments, access to modern technology in the field of agriculture and information on crop loss & crop insurance was also collected.
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The Situational Assessment Survey of Agricultural Households aimed atI...
The correct answer is option 'C' - I and II.
Explanation:
The Situational Assessment Survey of Agricultural Households aims to capture the condition of agricultural households in rural areas of India in the context of government policies and programs, as well as collect information on various aspects relating to farming and other socio-economic characteristics of agricultural households.
I. Capturing the condition of agricultural households in the rural areas of the country in the context of policies and programs of Government of India:
- The survey is designed to understand the current situation of agricultural households in rural areas.
- It aims to assess the impact of government policies and programs on these households.
- By capturing the condition of agricultural households, the survey helps in evaluating the effectiveness of various policies and programs implemented by the Government of India.
- It provides valuable insights into the challenges faced by agricultural households and helps in formulating appropriate policies to address them.
II. Collecting information on various aspects relating to farming and other socio-economic characteristics of agricultural households:
- The survey gathers data on different aspects of farming practices, including landholding size, cropping patterns, use of modern agricultural techniques, access to irrigation facilities, etc.
- It also collects information on socio-economic characteristics such as household income, expenditure patterns, education levels, employment status, etc.
- This comprehensive data helps in understanding the socio-economic dynamics of agricultural households and formulating targeted interventions and programs to support them.
In conclusion, the Situational Assessment Survey of Agricultural Households serves the dual purpose of capturing the condition of agricultural households in rural areas in the context of government policies and programs, as well as collecting information on various aspects relating to farming and other socio-economic characteristics. Therefore, both statements I and II are correct.
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