The state with the model Public Distribution System that Karnataka often looks to for inspiration:

The correct answer is: A) Tamil Nadu.

Tamil Nadu has a well-functioning Public Distribution System (PDS) that provides food grains at subsidized rates to the poor. The state has also implemented several innovative measures to improve the efficiency of the PDS, such as using smart cards to track the distribution of food grains. Karnataka has often looked to Tamil Nadu for inspiration in improving its own PDS.

Kerala also has a good PDS, but it is not as well-functioning as Tamil Nadu’s. Gujarat and Maharashtra have relatively poor PDS systems.

Here is a brief description of each option:

• Tamil Nadu: Tamil Nadu has a well-functioning Public Distribution System (PDS) that provides food grains at subsidized rates to the poor. The state has also implemented several innovative measures to improve the efficiency of the PDS, such as using smart cards to track the distribution of food grains. Karnataka has often looked to Tamil Nadu for inspiration in improving its own PDS.
• Kerala: Kerala also has a good PDS, but it is not as well-functioning as Tamil Nadu’s. The state has a long history of social welfare programs, and the PDS is one of the key components of this system.
• Gujarat: Gujarat has a relatively poor PDS system. The state has been criticized for its lack of transparency and accountability in the management of the PDS.
• Maharashtra: Maharashtra also has a relatively poor PDS system. The state has been criticized for its lack of investment in the PDS, and for the poor quality of food grains that are distributed through the system.