Which of the following states have witnessed effective implementation of land reform measures?
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Kerala and West Bengal.
Kerala and West Bengal are two states that have witnessed the most effective implementation of land reform measures in India. These reforms aimed to redistribute land to the landless, abolish intermediaries like zamindars, and secure tenancy rights. In West Bengal, under the leadership of the Left Front government, the Operation Barga program was a major success in recording sharecroppers’ rights. Kerala implemented land ceilings and tenancy reforms effectively, benefiting a large number of poor farmers and landless laborers. These states stand out as successful examples where land reforms significantly contributed to rural development and reduction of inequality.