Question

The decline in the contribution of the agricultural sector to Kerala's GSDP is attributed to:

• A. Structural change in the economy towards the service sector
• B. Increased land prices leading to the conversion of agricultural land for commercial and residential purposes.
• C. Adverse impact of natural calamities and climate change on agricultural productivity.
• D. Lack of adequate government support and subsidies for agricultural development.

Answer 1

Answer:

A. Structural change in the economy towards the service sector

• As the service sector has grown rapidly, its share of the GSDP has increased, leading to a proportional decline in the share of the agricultural sector.