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Paper
GS-III
Question
Q7
Marks
10M
Word Limit
150W
Structure (10 marks · about 150 words)
This sub-point (Food processing — scope, significance, location) has been asked 6 times since 2013
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Paper
GS Paper III: Economy, Science & Technology, Environment
Subject
Food Processing IndustriesSubtopic
Food processing — scope, significance, location
Source
Official UPSC 2020 paper (verbatim)
Official UPSC syllabus: Food processing and related industries in India — scope and significance, location, upstream and downstream requirements, supply chain management.
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This is a verbatim UPSC Mains 2020 GS-III question from the "Food Processing Industries" 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.