GS3 · 15 marks · 250 words
Elaborate the scope and significance of the food processing industry in India. What are the policy measures taken by the government of India to meet the challenges of the food processing sector.
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Syllabus: Food processing and related industries in India- scope’ and significance, location, upstream and downstream requirements, supply chain management.
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