MAINS 2014 · GS III · AGRICULTURE & FOOD SECURITY

There is also a point of view that Agricultural Produce Market Committees [APMCs) set up…

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GS Paper III 12 marks 150 words Agriculture & Food Security
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There is also a point of view that Agricultural Produce Market Committees [APMCs) set up under the State Acts have not only impeded the development of agriculture but also have been the cause of food inflation in India. Critically examine.

Syllabus link: GS III – Agriculture & Irrigation: Major crops-cropping patterns in various parts of the country, - different types of irrigation and irrigation systems storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers.

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