Question

Arpit is a casual labourer who falls under the low-income category. A friend told him that ration shops had subsidised goods for people with low income. However, he was denied access to subsidised products. What could be the reason for the denial?

• A. Arpit's high income
• B. Arpit's job security
• C. Absence of ration card
• D. Absence of employee idenitification card

Answer 1

The correct option is C Absence of ration card

The Public Distribution System in India provides foodgrains at affordable prices through ration shops. However, a person can acquire these products only with a ration card. A ration card is an official document issued by state governments in India.

Arpit could have been denied the provisions because he lacked a ration card. However, application for a ration card is a fairly simple process, and anyone would be able to obtain it with the required documents.