Read the given passage and answer the following questions: Some measures were initiated to improve the marketing aspect of agriculture. The first step was regulation of markets to create orderly and transparent marketing conditions. Hence this policy benefited the farmers and as well as consumers. Another measure is physical infrastructure facilities like roads, railways, Godowns, storages, warehouses and processing units. The thrid aspect is cooperative marketing in realising fair prices for farmers. The fourth element of policy instrument of Govt is assurance of minimum support prices for Agricultural products and maintenance of buffer stocks of wheat and rice by food corporation of India and distribution of food grains and sugar through PDS. These instruments are aimed at protecting the income of the farmers and providing food grains at a subsidised rate to the poor. |
Why the Govt has taken initiative to improve marketing? |
To create schools in villages. To create orderly transparent marketing conditions and to improve marketing aspect. To educate farmers about farming. To create proper communication facilities in villages. |
To create orderly transparent marketing conditions and to improve marketing aspect. |
The correct answer is Option (2) → To create orderly transparent marketing conditions and to improve marketing aspect. The passage explains that the government's initiatives focus on improving the marketing system for agricultural products. This includes creating a fair and transparent environment for buying and selling these products, as well as providing infrastructure and support mechanisms to benefit both farmers and consumers.
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