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Steven Brownstone on Agricultural Subsidies, Mechanization, and Historical Land and Labor Institutions in India
Ideas of India
Labor Dynamics and Mechanization in Indian Agriculture
This chapter explores the intricate labor dynamics within India's agricultural sector, particularly focusing on rice transplanting in Telangana. It examines challenges surrounding stagnating wages, the impact of mechanization, and the role of women in labor markets, highlighting the need for government intervention and training to foster adoption of new technologies. Additionally, it addresses the resistance to labor migration and mechanization, shedding light on the evolving agricultural landscape amid economic pressures.
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