Farm Produce Wastage
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Question (English)
What percentage of goods produced in farms are wasted due to lack of storage even today?
- More than 5 per cent
- More than 10 per cent ✓ Correct
- More than 20 per cent
- More than 30 per cent
Explanation:
Correct Answer Explanation
Even today, more than 10 per cent of goods produced in farms are wasted due to lack of storage facilities.
Key Points:
- Farmers lacked proper storage facilities to keep their produce for selling later at better prices.
- This wastage leads to significant economic losses for farmers.
- Government intervention is needed to improve storage infrastructure including warehouses, godowns and cold storages.
Why Other Options Are Wrong
- A, C, D: The correct figure mentioned is more than 10 per cent.
📚 About this Topic — CH-5: RURAL DEVELOPMENT
This multiple choice question is from CH-5: RURAL DEVELOPMENT, Indian Economic Development, NCERT Books. It has 4 options with a detailed explanation of the correct answer. Practice more MCQs from CH-5: RURAL DEVELOPMENT to strengthen your preparation.
