Where are Fish grown in India
Fish is grown both inland as well as in Marine Sector as shown below
Why do Farmers call Waterbody their Mother or Provider?
It is because:
It is their source of livelihood
It also provides them food and nutrition
What is Total Contribution to GDP OF Fish Production?
It is 0.9% of Total GDP
Which are major fish producing states?
Coastal areas like:
West Bengal, Andhra Pradesh, Kerela, Maharashtra and Tamil Nadu
What is Role of Women in Fishery Sector?
Women are not directly involved in active fishing
However, they contribute
60% of workforce in export marketing
40% of workforce in domestic marketing
What Problems are Faced by Fishing Sector in India?
1. Underemployment
More people are working in Fishing sector than required
2. Low Per Capita Earnings
Income is earned by whole family from a single source, so per capita income is low
3. High Rate of Illiteracy
Fisherman are illiterate and do not have access to knowledge to increase theor productivity
4. Absence of Mobility of Labour to Other Sectors
People working in fishery sector always work close to water and hence are unavailable for jobs
far away from sea
5. Indebtedness
Many Farmers owe money to moneylenders
These moneylenders charge high rate of interest and take advantage of their condition
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What measures should be taken by Govt for Fishey Sector?
Increase Credit Facility
Farmers need funds for their working capital needs (for their day to day operations)
These can be provided by Cooperative Societies and SHG (Self Help Group)
Welfare Programs
Welfare programs for fishing community required
These can provide long term gains and sustainence of livelihood
Technology Improvement
Research on new technology which can increase fish produce
Information Dissemination
Information regarding new fishing practices needed to be informed to fishing community
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Question 1
In the following questions, select the correct answers:
Problems faced in fishing sector include:
- High Rate of Illiteracy
- Underemployment
- Absence of Mobility of Labour to Other Sectors
- High per capital earnings
D. High per capital earnings
Explanation
Problems in fishing sector:
1. Underemployment
More people are working in Fishing sector than required
2. Low Per Capita Earnings
Income is earned by whole family from a single source, so per capita income is low
3. High Rate of Illiteracy
Fisherman are illiterate and do not have access to knowledge to increase theor productivity
4. Absence of Mobility of Labour to Other Sectors
People working in fishery sector always work close to water and hence are unavailable for jobs
far away from sea
5. Indebtedness
Many Farmers owe money to moneylenders
These moneylenders charge high rate of interest and take advantage of their condition
