Agrarian reform measures since independence had been determined by more than hundred laws of the Indian constitution. India is a democratic country and so every state had different laws. So, construction of a general idea of agrarian reform measures in India was tough. Agrarian reform measures in India since independence had similarity with that of Pakistan.
- Interpretations of Agrarian Reform Measures:
Agrarian reform measures can be interpreted commonly through two measures.
- Land Management Reform Measures: The purpose of agrarian reforms can be fulfilled by land management reform measures. The marketing system for both producing the inputs and as well as selling the outputs is important to improve the income of common farmers. Political power of the big landlords should be minimized to improve land management.
- Land Ownership Reform Measures: It includes five things:
- Redistribution of Land: This involves requisition of
lands, redistribution of land and finally the financial
redistribution.
- Collectivization of Land,
- Individualization of Land,
- Improving tenancy.
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