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Transformation of Indian agriculture after neoliberal reforms: Growth, employment, and food security challenges

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  • Renattari BURTANIRRI

    (Jawaharlal Nehru University, India)

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This article examines the structural transformation of Indian agriculture following neoliberal reforms. It analyzes trends in growth, employment, and food security, highlighting regional disparities and policy gaps. The paper calls for inclusive strategies to address agrarian distress and ensure sustainable development.

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  • Renattari BURTANIRRI, 2025. "Transformation of Indian agriculture after neoliberal reforms: Growth, employment, and food security challenges," Journal of Agriculture, Food and Sustainable Development, EconSciences Journals, vol. 1(1), pages 29-54, September.
    • Handle: RePEc:cvv:journ9:v:1:y:2025:i:1:p:29-54
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    2. Thorner, Daniel & Thorner, Alice, 1962. "Book Review- Land and Labour in India," Indian Journal of Agricultural Economics, Indian Society of Agricultural Economics, vol. 17(4), pages 1-6.
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    • Q18 - Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics; Environmental and Ecological Economics - - Agriculture - - - Agricultural Policy; Food Policy; Animal Welfare Policy
    • O13 - Economic Development, Innovation, Technological Change, and Growth - - Economic Development - - - Agriculture; Natural Resources; Environment; Other Primary Products
    • J43 - Labor and Demographic Economics - - Particular Labor Markets - - - Agricultural Labor Markets

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