Small farmers in the country have been defined as those farmers having land holding of

(A) below one hectare
(B) one to two hectare
(C) two to three hectare
(D) three to four hectare

Correct Answer : one to two hectare
Question Asked : SSC CHSL (10+2) DEO & LDC Exam 2014
Explanation : In India, 'Small Farmer' means a farmer cultivating (as owner or tenant or share cropper) agricultural land of more than 1 hectare and up to 2 hectares (5 acres). 'Marginal Farmer' means a farmer cultivating agricultural land up to 1 hectare (2.5 acres).
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