Question

Kiran chose to produce excess rice, as the MSP for rice was high that year. A lot of other farmers produced rice the same year. Which of the following outcome(s) seem(s) probable for the given situation?

• A. There would be a fall in the underground water levels.
• B. There would be more crops for consumption.
• C. The quality of the foodgrains deteriorates and leads to wastage.
• D. The production of millets reduces.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C), (D)

The production of millets reduces.

With the increase in the Minimum Support Prices of certain crops, the farmers tend to produce more of those crops. However, excessive production of that particular crop reduces the production of other crops. And since the same type of crops are made in surplus, the specific nutrients in the soil get exploited. Additionally, when the crops are stored for long periods, the quality deteriorates.