In India, markets in agricultural products are regulated under the
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A.
Essential Commodities Act, 1955
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B.
Agricultural Produce Market Committee Act enacted by States
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C.
Agricultural Produce (Grading and Marking) Act, 1937
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D.
Food Products Order, 1956 and Meat and Food Products Order, 1973
Correct Answer:
B. Agricultural Produce Market Committee Act enacted by States
Explanation:
The markets in agricultural products in India are regulated under the Agricultural Produce Market Committee Act enacted by States. This Act is the primary legislation enacted by state governments to manage and regulate agricultural markets. Agriculture being a state subject under the Constitution, the entire geographical area of a state is divided into market areas (mandis) controlled by Market Committees formed by the respective states. These committees regulate the buying and selling of agricultural produce to ensure fair prices for farmers and consumers.
Hence, the correct answer is (b) Agricultural Produce Market Committee Act enacted by States
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