Explain the need and type of land reforms implemented in the agriculture sector.

Need of land reforms : Land reforms were need to

(a) Promote the productivity of agriculture.

(b) Make a direct link between actual tiller and government by abolishing intermediaries.

(c) To bring equity in agriculture.

Types of land reforms : Following are main types of land reforms implemented in the agriculture sector:

1. Tenancy reforms : These reforms are connected with (a) regulation of rent, (6) security of tenure and (c) ownership rights of tenants.

2. Reorganisation of agriculture : It is considered with redistribution of land (land ceiling), consolidation of holdings and cooperative farming.