Mentor’s comment-
- https://indianexpress.com/
article/opinion/columns/ budgeting-for-a-well-fed-self- reliant-india-agriculture- narendra-modi-7839250/ - In the intro, mention that India’s potential to emerge as a significant exporter of agri-produce remains untapped.
- In the body, mention the correlation between spending on agri-R&D and agricultural growth as mentioned in the Economic Survey 2021-22. Also mention other research which shows that agri-R&D yields better return compared to return on subsidies on power and fertilisers. In the suggestions mention more allocation for ARE, involvement of the private sector, incentivising the private sector etc.
- Conclude by mentioning that India needs to reorient its approach to agricultural self-reliance with a great focus on R&D.
