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Paper
GS-III
Question
Q4
Marks
10M
Word Limit
150W
Structure (10 marks · about 150 words)
This sub-point (Storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and constraints) has been asked 2 times since 2013
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Paper
GS Paper III: Economy, Science & Technology, Environment
Subtopic
Storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and constraints
Source
Official UPSC 2020 paper (verbatim)
Official UPSC syllabus: Major crops — cropping patterns in various parts of the country; different types of irrigation and irrigation systems; storage, transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints; e-technology in the aid of farmers.
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This is a verbatim UPSC Mains 2020 GS-III question from the "Agriculture & Cropping Patterns" area of the official syllabus. It carries 10 marks with a 150-word limit.
For a 10-mark question with a 150-word limit, decode the directive verb first, then structure your answer with a crisp introduction, 2–3 substantiated body points, and a forward-looking conclusion within the limit.