write short note on PDS and FCI
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Explanation:
PDS evolved as a system of management of scarcity through distribution of food grains at affordable prices. ... The Central Government, through Food Corporation of India (FCI), has assumed the responsibility for procurement, storage, transportation and bulk allocation of food grains to the State Governments.
Answer:
the short note on PDS( public distribution system) :- it is a system that is diverting grains to open market to get better margin,selling poor quality grains at ration shops,irregular openings of the shops etc. It is most important step taken by government to ensure food security.The coverage of PDS was universal with no discrimination between the poor and non poor.
FCI:-
it purchases wheat and rice from the farmers in states where there is surplus production the farmers are paid a pre announced price for crops.