Agriculture has always been accorded an important position in the Indian society. There is endless evidence, including several British and European accounts, to show the flourishing state of our agriculture in the pre-British period. read more
Various factors led to the commercialization of agriculture during the British rule in India. The chief factor was the colonial subjugation of India under the British rule. India was reduced to the supplier of raw materials and food grains to Britain and importer of British manufactured goods. read more
(iii) Agricultural schools and colleges were set up in different parts of the country. (iv) The imperial Institute of Agriculture was started at Pusa in Bihar for higher training in agriculture on modern lines, research and experimental farming. read more
Some efforts were made to improve agriculture. Irrigation facilities were expanded. Agricultural institutions to carry out research in agriculture were set up. However, agriculture remained stagnant and backward. Transport and communication links were improved. Railways were developed to transport raw materials and finished goods to different areas of India and to send troops to disturbed areas. read more