Topic: Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices; Public Distribution System- objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping; issues of buffer stocks and food security.
4. What are the reformative steps taken by the government to make food grain distribution system more effective? (250 words)
Reference: Previous Year UPSC CSE question
Key Demand of the question:
The question is straightforward and aims to discuss the reformative steps taken by the government to make food grain distribution system more effective.
Structure of the Answer:
Introduction
The Public Distribution System (PDS) under Food Security Act is one of the major initiatives taken by the government to address one of basic needs of the citizens. Over the years various steps have been taken to make the initiative more efficient.
Body
One can directly start by explaining steps taken by the government to make PDS efficient. Explain the policies of linking of Aadhaar, Biometric system integration, Portable ration card, Home delivery system etc. Explain the importance of making the distribution system more effective, its impact on overall economy.
Conclusion
Conclude with significance.
