• ISBN13: 9788126940295
• Binding: Hardcover
• Subject: Bio-Science and Agriculture
• Publisher: Atlantic Publishers & Distributors (P) Ltd
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• Publication Date: October 7, 2024
• Pages: 302
• Original Price: 1295.0 INR
• Language: English
• Edition: N/A
• Item Weight: 500 grams

Agriculture is a major source of rural employment and plays a crucial role in the economic development of India. The State of Indian Agriculture examines the present scenario of Indian agriculture and studies the trends at the national as well as state levels. The overall objective of the book is to analyse the impact of climate change on Indian agriculture and its implications for food security. The book recommends strategies to enhance productivity and the adoption of climate-smart practices to promote sustainable agriculture, thereby ensuring food security in India. It argues that there is an urgent need for a holistic and strategic approach to mitigate the challenges of climate change.

Sanjeev Kumar is Associate Professor of Economics at Chaudhary Charan Singh University, Meerut, Uttar Pradesh, and has over 17 years of teaching and research experience. He earned his Ph.D. in Economics from Chaudhary Charan Singh University and was awarded both the Junior and Senior Research Fellowships from UGC during his research tenure. Dr. Kumar has authored numerous books and published over 75 research papers in various reputed national and international journals. He has also led over six major research projects funded by ICSSR, MHRD, NIAP-ICAR and Delhi University. His expertise includes Agricultural Economics, Rural Development and Contemporary Issues in the Indian Economy.