Discuss briefly, how institutional reforms (land reforms) have played a significant role in transforming Indian agriculture

Answer :

After independence the government of India took several institutional/land reforms to ensure transformation of Indian agriculture, such as :

(i) Land ceiling : It ensured reduction of concentration of land ownership in few hands.

(ii) Abolition of Zamindari system : It focused on elimination of farmers’ exploitation and promotion of agricultural growth. These reforms have led to stability of farming as an occupation and promoted equity.