Author: Sujit Sarkar
Abstract: Climate change has emerged as one of the most critical challenges affecting agricultural systems worldwide. In India, where agriculture remains the backbone of rural livelihoods and food security, changing climatic conditions—characterized by rising temperatures, erratic rainfall, and increasing frequency of extreme weather events—have significantly influenced cropping patterns. This research article examines the spatial and temporal transformations in cropping patterns under the influence of climate change, with a particular focus on India. It explores the interrelationship between climatic variability, farmer adaptation strategies, technological interventions, and policy frameworks. The study argues that while climate change poses serious threats to agricultural sustainability, it also triggers adaptive transformations in cropping systems, reflecting resilience and innovation among farmers. However, these changes are uneven and shaped by socio-economic disparities, resource availability, and institutional support.
Keywords: Climate Change, Cropping Pattern, Agricultural Geography, Adaptation, Food Security, India, Sustainability, Monsoon Variability.
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