Agricultural Laws (India)

India's Agricultural Laws are a set of three major acts enacted in 2020 to reform the agricultural sector. They aim to liberalize crop marketing by allowing farmers to sell produce directly outside government-regulated markets, introduce contractual farming, and facilitate trade across states. The laws seek to boost farmers' incomes, reduce middlemen, and encourage private investment. However, they faced widespread protests from farmers, who feared potential loss of price guarantees and market power. The government later repealed these laws in 2023 to address concerns, emphasizing the importance of ensuring farmers' welfare and fair practices in the sector.