Question

Which one of the following states in India has declared 2026 as the ``Year of Agriculture'' (Krishak Kalyan Year) to strengthen its agricultural sector and to improve farmer livelihood?

• A. Karnataka
• B. Madhya Pradesh
• C. Gujarat
• D. Meghalaya

Hint:

Madhya Pradesh is often called the ``Soybean State'' and has strong agricultural production in India.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Concept: Declaring a ``Year of Agriculture'' helps the government focus on farmer welfare, irrigation, crop productivity, and agricultural reforms.

• Improves farmer income.

• Encourages modern farming methods.

• Supports rural development.
Step 1: Understand the purpose of Krishak Kalyan Year.
It is aimed at: Improving agricultural growth and farmer welfare through policy support and schemes.

Step 2: Recall the state declaration.
The state that declared 2026 as: Year of Agriculture was: Madhya Pradesh

Step 3: Check the options carefully.

• Karnataka -- incorrect

• Madhya Pradesh -- correct

• Gujarat -- incorrect

• Meghalaya -- incorrect

Step 4: Final conclusion.
Hence, the correct answer is: \[ \boxed{\text{Madhya Pradesh}} \]