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Agriculture and food security

MSP, PDS, farm laws, ICAR, e-NAM, irrigation.

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Q1 · Agriculture and food security · MEDIUM
Consider the following statements about the Minimum Support Price (MSP) in India: 1. MSP is announced by the Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs based on CACP recommendations. 2. MSP is legally guaranteed to farmers under Indian law. 3. MSP covers major food grains, oilseeds, and commercial crops. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q2 · Agriculture and food security · HARD
Consider the following statements regarding millets in India: 1. India is the largest producer of millets in the world. 2. The year 2023 was declared as the 'International Year of Millets' by the United Nations. 3. Finger millet (Ragi) has higher calcium content compared to rice and wheat. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Q3 · Agriculture and food security · EASY
Which of the following soil types is most suitable for paddy cultivation due to its high water retention capacity?
Q4 · Agriculture and food security · MEDIUM
Consider the following statements about the National Food Security Act, 2013: 1. It provides legal entitlement to subsidized foodgrains to approximately 67% of India's population. 2. Under the Act, priority households are entitled to receive 5 kg of foodgrains per person per month. 3. The Act made the Mid-Day Meal Scheme a statutory provision. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?