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Prelims 2015 · Agriculture · Question 13

The Fair and Remunerative Price (FRP) of sugarcane is approved by the

  1. Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs
  2. Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices
  3. Directorate of Marketing and Inspection, Ministry of Agriculture
  4. Agricultural Produce Market Committee

Answer

Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs

  • (a) Cabinet Committee on Economic Affairs: The FRP of sugarcane is approved by the CCEA on the basis of recommendations of the Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices. Verdict: Correct.
  • (b) Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices: CACP only recommends the FRP; it does not approve it. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (c) Directorate of Marketing and Inspection, Ministry of Agriculture: This body deals with marketing/inspection functions, not FRP approval. Verdict: Incorrect.
  • (d) Agricultural Produce Market Committee: APMC regulates mandis/market yards at the state level; it has no role in approving sugarcane FRP. Verdict: Incorrect.
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