How do extreme weather events affect agricultural output in India? Examine the effectiveness of existing crop insurance mechanisms. Suggest key policy reforms to strengthen climate-resilience in Indian agriculture.
Kartavya Desk Staff
Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country.
Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country.
Q6. How do extreme weather events affect agricultural output in India? Examine the effectiveness of existing crop insurance mechanisms. Suggest key policy reforms to strengthen climate-resilience in Indian agriculture. (15 M)
Difficulty Level: Medium
Reference: DTE
Why the question Recent Parliamentary disclosure that over 1.58 lakh hectares of crop area was damaged due to monsoon-related extreme weather events, highlighting concerns around agricultural vulnerability and insurance adequacy. Key Demand of the question The question demands an analysis of how extreme weather affects agricultural output, an evaluation of the pros and cons of existing crop insurance mechanisms, and a set of concrete policy reforms to enhance climate resilience in farming. Structure of the Answer: Introduction Mention India’s agro-climatic vulnerability and recent data on extreme weather-induced crop losses. Body Explain the specific ways in which extreme weather events disrupt agricultural productivity and output. Assess the effectiveness of current crop insurance schemes, including their strengths and challenges. Suggest comprehensive policy reforms targeting anticipatory adaptation, insurance redesign, and climate advisory systems. Conclusion Propose a forward-looking vision for climate-smart agriculture that integrates risk mitigation, technology, and institutional innovation.
Why the question Recent Parliamentary disclosure that over 1.58 lakh hectares of crop area was damaged due to monsoon-related extreme weather events, highlighting concerns around agricultural vulnerability and insurance adequacy.
Key Demand of the question The question demands an analysis of how extreme weather affects agricultural output, an evaluation of the pros and cons of existing crop insurance mechanisms, and a set of concrete policy reforms to enhance climate resilience in farming.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction Mention India’s agro-climatic vulnerability and recent data on extreme weather-induced crop losses.
• Explain the specific ways in which extreme weather events disrupt agricultural productivity and output.
• Assess the effectiveness of current crop insurance schemes, including their strengths and challenges.
• Suggest comprehensive policy reforms targeting anticipatory adaptation, insurance redesign, and climate advisory systems.
Conclusion Propose a forward-looking vision for climate-smart agriculture that integrates risk mitigation, technology, and institutional innovation.