BANK IBPS SO Mock Test (Pre + Mains) 2024 Agriculture and Rural Development Present Scenario of Indian Agriculture and Allied Activities
Kisan Rail is a step to enable farmers to utilize the vast railway network to gain access to distant, bigger, and more lucrative markets. Which of the following is NOT a feature of Kisan Rail service?
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To move perishables including fruits, vegetables, meat, poultry, fishery and dairy products from the areas of production or surplus regions to consumption
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Speedy movement of perishables to ensure minimum damage during transit
3
Under the ‘Operation Greens – TOP to Total’ scheme of the Ministry of Food Processing Industries (MoFPI), a 50% subsidy in freight is granted for the transportation of fruits and vegetables through the Kisan Rail trains service.
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There is a minimum limit on the quantity that can be booked, enabling small farmers to reach bigger and distant markets.
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Kisan Rails are based on the concept of multi-commodity, multi-consignor, multiconsignee and multi-stoppages