Agriculture Sector Contribution to GDP in India (1990-2022)

India's agriculture sector has seen a gradual decline in GDP contribution from 27.6% in 1990 to 16.7% by 2022, reflecting the country’s shift toward services and manufacturing. Liberalization policies in the 1990s fueled growth in industries and services, reducing agriculture's relative importance. However, agriculture’s share saw a temporary increase in 2020 to 18.6%, likely driven by higher demand for domestic food production during the pandemic.

Despite this reduction in share, agriculture remains a crucial sector, providing livelihoods to a large rural population. Recent policies focusing on agricultural reforms and rural development may help stabilize its contribution, highlighting its importance for food security and rural employment.