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Paper
GS-III
Question
Q4
Marks
10M
Word Limit
150W
Structure (10 marks · about 150 words)
This sub-point (Public Distribution System — objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping) has been asked 2 times since 2013
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Paper
GS Paper III: Economy, Science & Technology, Environment
Subject
Farm Subsidies, MSP & PDSSubtopic
Public Distribution System — objectives, functioning, limitations, revamping
Source
Official UPSC 2022 paper (verbatim)
Official UPSC syllabus: 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; Technology missions; economics of animal-rearing.
Questions frequently practiced alongside this one by UPSC aspirants
With a consideration towards the strategy of inclusive growth, the new Companies Bill, 2013 has indirectly made CSR a mandatory obligation. Discuss the challenges expected in its implementation in right earnest. Also discuss other provisions in the Bill and their implications.
What were the reasons for the introduction of Fiscal Responsibility and Budget Management (FRBM) Act, 2003? Discuss critically its salient features and their effectiveness.
What is the meaning of the term 'tax expenditure'? Taking housing sector as an example, discuss how it influences the budgetary policies of the government.
India needs to strengthen measures to promote the pink revolution in food industry for ensuring better nutrition and health. Critically elucidate the statement.
Examine the impact of liberalization on companies owned by Indians. Are they competing with the MNCs satisfactorily? Discuss.
This is a verbatim UPSC Mains 2022 GS-III question from the "Farm Subsidies, MSP & PDS" 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.