The correct answer is (b) Around 40%.
Odisha is a state in eastern India. It is the 10th largest state in India by area and the 11th most populous state with over 45 million people. The state is predominantly rural, with over 70% of the population living in rural areas. Agriculture is the main occupation of the people in Odisha, and it accounts for about 20% of the state’s GDP.
According to the 2011 census, about 40% of the population of Odisha is directly dependent on agriculture. This means that they are either farmers themselves or they are employed in some other occupation related to agriculture, such as processing, marketing, or transportation of agricultural products.
The percentage of people dependent on agriculture has been declining in Odisha in recent years. This is due to a number of factors, including the growth of the non-agricultural sector, the migration of people to urban areas, and the mechanization of agriculture. However, agriculture still remains the main occupation of the people in Odisha, and it is likely to continue to be so for the foreseeable future.
The other options are incorrect because they are not supported by the data. Option (a) is incorrect because it is too low. Option (c) is incorrect because it is too high. Option (d) is incorrect because it is not supported by the data.