Q7 · UPSC current affairs · 12 September 2026 · News · Post Harvest Losses and Cold Chain Capability

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Consider the following statements regarding post-harvest losses in India:1.Post-harvest losses in India are highest in perishable commodities due to gaps in end-to-end cold chains.2.The recent Cold Chain Summit emphasized expanding raw storage capacity rather than improving operational capability.Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A 1 only

B 2 only

C Both 1 and 2

D Neither 1 nor 2

Correct answer: (a) 1 only

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct since perishables suffer the most due to cold chain gaps. Statement 2 is incorrect because the summit specifically highlighted the urgent need to focus on cold chain operational capability rather than merely adding storage capacity.

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2016 · Q21 · General Studies · 2 marks
With reference to 'Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana', consider the following statements: 1. Under this scheme, farmers will have to pay a uniform premium of two percent for any crop they cultivate in any season of the year. 2. This scheme covers post-harvest losses arising out of cyclones and unseasonal rains. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
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