1. The Story of Village Palampur
The chapter focuses on the production activities in the hypothetical village of Palampur, detailing how farming is the primary source of livelihood for the majority. It discusses the factors of production, including land, labor, physical capital, and human capital, along with modern farming techniques that help increase productivity. Non-farm activities and social structures in Palampur are explored, highlighting the divide between small and large farmers and the challenges faced by economically weaker sections.
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What we have learnt
- Farming is the main production activity in Palampur, with 75% of the population engaged in agriculture.
- Factors of production include land, labor, capital, and human capital, which are necessary for producing goods and services.
- Modern farming methods have resulted in increased yields but also demand more investment, impacting small farmers significantly.
Key Concepts
- -- Farming
- Agricultural activity that involves cultivating land and raising crops and livestock.
- -- Factors of Production
- Resources needed to produce goods and services, including land, labor, capital, and human capital.
- -- High Yielding Varieties (HYVs)
- Genetically improved seeds introduced during the Green Revolution that produce higher crop yields.
- -- Multiple Cropping
- Planting of more than one crop on the same piece of land in a single year.
- -- Physical Capital
- Tangible assets used in the production process, such as tools, machinery, and buildings.
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