Public Distribution System Quiz

What is the primary role of the Public Distribution System in India's food management policy?

• To export food grains to other countries

• To provide food grains at market prices

• To increase the production of food grains

• To distribute food grains at subsidized rates

What are the two main objectives of the Public Distribution System?

• To provide luxury goods and maintain economic growth

• To offer essential goods at low prices and ensure nutritional standards

• To promote organic farming and reduce pesticide use

• To increase exports and reduce imports

What was the trend in the number of fair price shops from 1960 to 2002?

• The number of shops decreased

• The number of shops remained the same

• The number of shops increased significantly

• The number of shops fluctuated

What was a significant reason for the gap between allocation and offtake in the PDS?

• Increase in food grain production

• Decrease in population

• Increase in transportation costs

• Reducing price difference between market and fair price shops

What was the purpose of introducing the dual pricing system in 1997?

• To increase the prices of all goods

• To provide different prices for families below and above the poverty line

• To increase government revenue

• To eliminate the PDS

How did the dual pricing system affect purchases from fair price shops?

• It led to a shortage of goods

• It reduced purchases due to lack of incentives

• It had no effect on purchases

• It increased purchases significantly

Which organization is responsible for procuring and maintaining food grains for the PDS?

• Ministry of Agriculture

• Food Corporation of India

• State Governments

• Private Corporations

What are the major commodities distributed through the PDS?

• Electronics and gadgets

• Luxury goods and services

• Vehicles and machinery

• Staple food grains like wheat and rice

What is a major challenge faced by the PDS in meeting the needs of the poor?

• Excessive food grain supply

• Insufficient food grain supply and inferior quality

• High demand for luxury goods

• Lack of government funding

Under which ministry is the Public Distribution System managed?

• Ministry of Finance

• Ministry of Education

• Ministry of Health

• Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food and Public Distribution