There appears to be widespread agreement that in those regions where the distribution of land ownership is highly unequal (Latin America and parts of Asia), land reforms is necessary but not sufficient condition for promoting and improving small – scale agriculture. What is meant by this statement and by the concept of land reforms? Give some examples of supportive policy measures that might accompany land reform in the light of experience in Pakistan.

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About 1200 words. The examiner marks against these:

• ☐ Define the terms
• ☐ Give evidence
• ☐ Pakistan link
• ☐ A way forward

Debate: Is land reform necessary to transform Pakistan's agriculture and rural power structure?