Multiple choice

Consider the following reasons of continuous decline in average landholding size in India

  1. Law of inheritance
  2. Consolidation
  3. Farm mechanisation
  4. Desire of land ownership Pick the correct answer from the options given below:

  1. 1, 2, 3 and 4

  2. 1, 3 and 4

  3. 1 and 4

  4. 1 and 2
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C Correct answer
Explanation

Fragmentation of landholdings occurs primarily due to the law of inheritance (land divided among heirs) and the cultural desire for land ownership. Consolidation (2) actually increases average holding size by merging small plots. Farm mechanization (3) can encourage consolidation to make machines economically viable, rather than reducing holdings.

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