Mains Answer Writing - 26 Mar, 2026

GS2

SOCIAL_ISSUES_AND_SCHEMES

15 marks

“Women’s participation in agriculture remains under-recognized despite their significant contribution.” In this context, examine the role of initiatives like the Agriculture Insurance Company of India Limited’s Krishi Sakhi Initiative in promoting gender-inclusive agricultural development in India.

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Tips for your answer

1. Start with a sharp context (Intro)
Briefly highlight feminisation of agriculture (e.g., rising share of women farmers but low access to land, credit, insurance). Link this gap to the need for initiatives like Krishi Sakhi.
2. Structure the body in 2 clear parts
Role of initiative: Awareness, capacity building, insurance inclusion, behavioural change
Critical angle: Limitations (digital divide, land ownership issues, last-mile delivery)
3. End with a forward-looking conclusion
Suggest convergence (SHGs, NRLM), gender-sensitive policy design, and institutional support to ensure real empowerment—not just participation.

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