Mentor’s Comments- In introduction, talk about the subsidies given by the government on various agricultural inputs. Examine the effects of the subsidies on cropping pattern, crop diversity and economy of farmers- although economically helpful for farmers leads to distorted cropping patterns, poor soil health, food inflation etc Mention the significance of crop insurance, MSP and … Continue reading Q.3 How do subsidies affect the cropping pattern, crop diversity and economy of farmers? What is the significance of crop insurance, minimum support price and food processing for small and marginal farmers? (15 Marks)