The agriculture sector occupies a key position in the Indian economy. It provides employment to about 65% of the working population of India. This work traces the developments in Indian agriculture during the post-Independence period, explaining the key reform measures undertaken for the development of agriculture in the wake of economic liberalization, and examines current issues pertaining to this vital sector of the Indian economy.

This edited book focus on highlighting the evolution of Indian agriculture over the past 75 years of independence, covering every sector, viz. crop science, horticulture, management of biotic & abiotic stress, post-harvest quality management, livestock, fisheries, mechanization, marketing and human resource development. The book has 30 chapters from most experienced researchers and academicians who are actively engaged in research work on the subject area of the book. The book is in line with the strategy for new India @ 75’ brought out by NITI Ayog. It highlights India’s success stories in innovation, technology, enterprise and efficient management together to achieve overall growth while making available food, required nutrition and others ecological services. It also asses the India’s preparedness in terms of commitment toward sustainable development goal SDG). The book is a relevant reading material for both students and researchers and policy makers.

Contributed papers presented at the conference organized by Dept. of Geography, Aligarh Muslim University.

Contributed papers presented at the conference organized by Dept. of Geography, Aligarh Muslim University.

A unique examination of the development of the modern Indian economy over the past 150 years.