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Question

From 4th July 2018 the Minimum Support Price (MSP) during 2018–19 for paddy per quintal is:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: 1,750

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “1,750”.
The Minimum Support Price (MSP) during 2018-19 for paddy per quintal is 1,750. Therefore, the correct answer is (c) 1,750.

Minimum Support Price (MSP) is a government-supported program in India to ensure that farmers receive a fair and remunerative price for their crops.

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