Question 23
MediumOriginal questionMatch each policy instrument with its purpose.
| List I | List II |
|---|---|
| A. Minimum support price | I. Sells grain cheaply to poor households |
| B. Buffer stock | II. Guards farmers against a price crash |
| C. Public distribution system | III. Fair weights and honest accounts |
| D. Regulated market | IV. Grain held for times of shortage |
Show the answer and explanation
CorrectNot quiteAnswer B
Correct answer: B
Explanation
MSP protects farmers' income; buffer stocks and the PDS protect consumers; regulation keeps the market fair.
- Concept
- Policy instruments
- Typical timeTypical
- 90 s
- Your timeYours
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