The correct answer is: a) Subsidized food grains.
The Public Distribution System (PDS) is a food security system in India that aims to ensure the availability of essential food items at reasonable prices to the poor and vulnerable sections of the population. The PDS is implemented through a network of ration shops, which are operated by the government or by private entities on behalf of the government.
In Sikkim, the PDS is implemented by the Sikkim State Food and Civil Supplies Corporation (SFC). The SFC operates a network of over 1,000 ration shops across the state. These ration shops are authorized to sell subsidized food grains, such as rice, wheat, and sugar, to eligible beneficiaries.
The PDS is an important safety net for the poor and vulnerable sections of the population. It helps to ensure that they have access to essential food items, even during times of economic hardship.
The other options are incorrect because:
- Option b) Organic produce is not a food item that is typically included in the PDS.
- Option c) Luxury food items are not typically included in the PDS.
- Option d) Non-vegetarian food products are not typically included in the PDS.