GS PrelimsAgricultureMinimum Support Price (MSP)2009

Consider the following statements: 1. The Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices recommends the Minimum Support Prices for 32 crops. 2. The Union Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution has launched the National Food Security Mission. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A

1 only

B

2 only

C

Both 1 and 2

D

Neither 1 nor 2

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

1. The Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices (CACP) is an advisory body that recommends Minimum Support Prices (MSPs) to the Government of India. However, it recommends MSPs for around 23 crops, not 32 crops. Statement 1 is incorrect. 2. The National Food Security Mission (NFSM) was launched in 2007 by the Union Ministry of Agriculture & Farmers Welfare, not the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution. Its objective was to increase the production of rice, wheat, and pulses. Statement 2 is incorrect. 3. Neither statement is correct.

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