The Indian economy, heavily reliant on agriculture, has long been characterized by a predominance of staple crops like rice and wheat, especially in regions with irrigated land. This over-reliance on a few crops has resulted in imbalances, including soil depletion, water scarcity, and low diversification in production. To address these issues and enhance value realization from agricultural activities, the Indian government has adopted several policy initiatives aimed at promoting crop diversification. These policies seek to encourage the cultivation of a wider range of crops, improve the profitability of farming, and reduce the environmental impact of monoculture farming. One of the primary initiatives for crop diversification has been the promotion of alternative crops, including oilseeds, pulses, and horticultural crops like fruits, vegetables, and flowers. The government has recognized that diversifying crops can help reduce dependency on staple crops, thus reducing risks associated with monoculture farming, such as pest outbreaks and market price volatility. The National Mission on Oilseeds and Oil Palm (NMOOP) and the National Food Security Mission (NFSM) are key programs that have been focused on encouraging the production of oilseeds and pulses, which are crucial for achieving self-sufficiency in edible oils and enhancing protein intake. The NFSM also emphasizes the diversification of cropping patterns, particularly through the introduction of pulse cultivation in areas traditionally dominated by rice and wheat. Furthermore, the Pradhan Mantri Krishi Sinchayee Yojana (PMKSY), launched in 2015, aims to provide irrigation facilities to farmers, enabling them to grow a variety of crops outside the traditional rice-wheat system. It promotes the efficient use of water resources, which is essential for supporting diversified crop systems. By improving irrigation coverage, the scheme helps farmers cultivate crops with varied water requirements, such as fruits, vegetables, and pulses, thereby reducing the pressure on water-intensive crops like rice. The government has also introduced crop insurance schemes like the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) to mitigate the risks farmers face when diversifying into new crops. Crop insurance helps to reduce the financial uncertainty that often accompanies the adoption of alternative crops. This has incentivized farmers to move beyond traditional crops and explore more