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Unit 4 Ch 2 : Sectors of the Indian Economy — Social Studies STD 10 — Question

CBSE BoardEnglish MediumSTD 10Social StudiesUnit 4 Ch 2 : Sectors of the Indian Economy3 Marks
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How does government support both farmers and consumers?
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The government in India buys wheat and rice from farmers at a fair price. This it stores in its godowns and sells at a lower price to consumers through ration shops. Here government has to bear some of the cost. In this way, the government supports both farmers and consumers.

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