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agriculture price policy Agricultural price policy in India was introduced since independence. But the agricultural price policy formulated in India has varied widely for different years and also for different crops. This policy put much emphasis on the prices of foodgrains like wheat, rice and coarse Cereals such as jowar, bajra, maize etc. … Read more
The Public Distribution System: A Lifeline for Millions, But Facing Challenges The Public Distribution System (PDS) is a cornerstone of India’s food security strategy, playing a vital role in ensuring access to essential commodities like food grains, sugar, and kerosene to millions of vulnerable citizens. This article delves into the intricacies of the PDS, exploring … Read more
One Nation One Ration Card: A Step Towards Seamless Food Security? The One Nation One Ration Card (ONORC) scheme, launched by the Indian government in 2020, aims to revolutionize the public distribution system (PDS) by enabling beneficiaries to access their ration from any fair price shop (FPS) across the country. This ambitious initiative seeks to … Read more
Pradhan Mantri Annadata Aay SanraksHan Abhiyan (PM-AASHA): Ensuring Fair Prices and Protecting Farmers’ Incomes Introduction India, a nation heavily reliant on agriculture, faces a persistent challenge in ensuring the economic well-being of its farmers. Fluctuating market prices, inadequate storage facilities, and limited access to credit often leave farmers vulnerable to financial distress. Recognizing this critical … Read more
–2/”>a >DOCTYPE html PUBLIC “-//W3C//DTD XHTML 1.0 Transitional//EN” “http://www.w3.org/TR/xhtml1/DTD/xhtml1-transitional.dtd”> In India, government expenditure – as per the provision in the Constitution – is divided into Revenue Expenditure and Capital Expenditure. However, the adoption of economic planning shifted emphasize on the division of expenditure into Plan and Non-Plan. The share of Non-Plan expenditure has remained close … Read more
The Agreement on Agriculture (AoA) is a multilateral agreement signed in 1994 as part of the Uruguay Round of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade (GATT). The AoA aims to reduce agricultural subsidies and trade barriers, and to promote agricultural trade LiberalizationLiberalization. The AoA covers a wide range of topics, including: Market access: The … Read more
Here is a list of subtopics without any description for World Trade Organization: Agreement on Agriculture Agreement on Anti-Dumping Agreement on Customs Valuation Agreement on Import Licensing Procedures Agreement on Implementation of Article VI of the General Agreement on Tariffs and Trade 1994 Agreement on Preshipment Inspection Agreement on Rules of Origin Agreement on Safeguards … Read more
The Blue Box Subsidy: A Controversial Tool in Agricultural Trade The global agricultural landscape is a complex web of interconnected factors, with trade playing a pivotal role. Governments worldwide employ various policies to support their domestic agricultural sectors, including subsidies. Among these, the “Blue Box” subsidy stands out as a particularly controversial tool, often debated … Read more
Fertilizer Subsidy Fertilizer subsidy is a government program that provides financial assistance to farmers to help them purchase fertilizer. The goal of fertilizer subsidy is to increase agricultural production and reduce the cost of food. Fertilizer subsidy is a common practice in many countries around the world. In the United States, the federal government provides … Read more
Tilling the Ground for Growth: A Deep Dive into Agricultural Equipment Subsidies The agricultural sector, a cornerstone of global economies, relies heavily on efficient and modern equipment. However, the high cost of these machines can be a significant barrier for farmers, particularly in developing countries. To bridge this gap and foster agricultural growth, governments worldwide … Read more