UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26 September 2025

UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 26 September 2025 covers important current affairs of the day, their backward linkages, their relevance for Prelims exam and MCQs on main articles   InstaLinks :  Insta Links help you think beyond the  current affairs issue and help you think multidimensionally to develop depth in your understanding of these issues. These …

Counterfeit Seeds & GI Crops like Basmati

Syllabus: Agriculture Source:  LM Context: The government unveiled a plan to combat counterfeit and substandard seed fraud threatening GI-tagged crops like Basmati rice. The strategy includes digital seed traceability (SATHI system) and an amendment to the Seeds Act, 1966, to safeguard farmers and protect India’s agricultural reputation. About Counterfeit Seeds & GI Crops like Basmati: …

What are the main causes behind the proliferation of counterfeit seeds in India? Examine their impact on farm productivity and farmer incomes. Suggest regulatory and technological measures to tackle the issue.

Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country Q5. What are the main causes behind the proliferation of counterfeit seeds in India? Examine their impact on farm productivity and farmer incomes. Suggest regulatory and technological measures to tackle the issue. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: Mint Why the question The rising …