Which among the following group of states have Apni Mandi, Rythu Bazars and Uzhavar Sandies as Alternate Marketing Channels (in the same order) for their farmers?
Uttar Pradesh, Himachal Pradesh, Kerala
Incorrect AnswerPunjab, Haryana, Maharashtra
Incorrect AnswerMadhya Pradesh, Andhra Pradesh, Kerala
Incorrect AnswerHaryana, Telangana, Tamil Nadu
Correct AnswerExplanation:
- It has been realised that if farmers directly sell their produce to consumers, it increases their incomes.
- Some examples of these channels are Apni Mandi (Punjab, Haryana and Rajasthan); Hadapsar Mandi (Pune); Rythu Bazars (vegetable and fruit markets in Andhra Pradesh and Telangana) and Uzhavar Sandies (farmers’ markets in Tamil Nadu).
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By: Parvesh Mehta