Question

refers to the stock of foodgrains purchased from farmers.

• A. Grain banks
• B. Seed banks
• C. Buffer stock
• D. Minimum Support Price

Answer 1

The correct option is C Buffer stock

Food security has two main components: buffer stock and Public Distribution System. Buffer stock is the stock of foodgrains such as wheat and rice. This stock is distributed to different parts of the country through the Public Distribution System.