Farm Laws 2020 - Agricultural Reform Bills
Legislative action — a bill, act, or amendment that creates or modifies the legal framework. Carries binding force and shapes the rules under which citizens, institutions, and markets operate.
Summary
Three laws enacted to deregulate agricultural markets: Farmers' Produce Trade and Commerce Act, Farmers' Agreement on Price Assurance Act, and Essential Commodities (Amendment) Act. Triggered prolonged farmer protests.
Key Facts
Type Legislation
Source Historical Record
Published Sunday, 27 September 2020
Affected Population ~150 million farming households, 42% of workforce
Key Numbers
Agri budget: Rs 1.52 lakh crore (2025-26)
MSP for 23 crops
PM-KISAN: Rs 6,000/year to 9 crore farmers
Merchandise exports: $437 billion (2024-25)
Key Authorities
Key Stakeholders
Government Context
NDA II BJP-led NDA
Left Centre Right