Why might banks be unwilling to lend to small farmers in India?

High interest rates

Lack of collateral

Government regulations

Low demand for loans

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B. Lack of collateral

Banks might be unwilling to lend to small farmers in India due to the lack of collateral that can be provided as security against the loan.

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