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Question 26

Which one of the following best describes the concept of 'Small Farmer Large Field'?

AOptions

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A) Resettlement of a large number of people, uprooted from their countries due to war, by giving them a large cultivable land which they cultivate collectively and share the produce
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B) Many marginal farmers in an area organize themselves into groups and synchronize and harmonize selected agricultural operations
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C) Many marginal farmers in an area together make a contract with a corporate body and surrender their land to the corporate body for a fixed term for which the corporate body makes a payment of agreed amount to the farmers
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D) A company extends loans, technical knowledge and material inputs to a number of small farmers in an area so that they produce the agricultural commodity required by the company for its manufacturing process and commercial production

BSolution

The concept of 'Small Farmer Large Field' refers to an approach where individual small and marginal farmers, despite owning small landholdings, collectively engage in agricultural operations or contract farming with a larger entity to achieve economies of scale and better market access. This model aims to overcome the disadvantages of fragmented landholdings and lack of resources faced by small farmers. Option D accurately describes a form of contract farming or aggregation where a company provides support (loans, technical knowledge, inputs) to numerous small farmers who then produce commodities for that company, essentially allowing them to operate on a 'large field' scale through coordinated efforts and market linkages, despite their individual small holdings. This arrangement provides financial stability and access to modern farming techniques for small farmers.

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CStrategy

For questions defining concepts, it is crucial to understand the core idea behind the term. Carefully read all options and identify the one that most comprehensively and accurately captures the essence of the concept. Eliminate options that describe only a part of the concept or introduce irrelevant elements. Look for keywords that align with the spirit of the term.

DSyllabus Analysis

This question pertains to the Indian Economy, specifically the Agriculture and Allied Sectors, focusing on contemporary farming practices and models aimed at farmer welfare and agricultural development.

EQuestion Analysis

Medium. Requires understanding of contemporary agricultural models and economic concepts.