Question

Identify the accurate statements regarding the activities of the Kerala State Co-operative federation for fisheries development Ltd.

1. Interest free loan.

2. Production bonus scheme for fishermen

3. Infrastructure development in harbours and selected fish markets.

4. White kerosene bunks.

• A. All are correct
• B. I and II are correct
• C. I and III are correct
• D. II and III are correct

Answer 1

Answer:

A. All are correct

Here are some accurate statements about the activities of the Kerala State Co-operative Federation for Fisheries Development Ltd. (MATSYAFED):

• Purpose

  MATSYAFED's purpose is to promote the economic, social, and cultural development of the fishermen community.

• Activities

  MATSYAFED's activities include:

  • Promoting the production, procurement, processing, and marketing of fish and fish products

  • Serving as the apex level institution for all the primary level fishermen co-operatives in Kerala

  • Operating the Matsyafed Net Factory, which uses Japanese technology to produce high-quality nets for fishermen

• Registration

  MATSYAFED was registered on March 19, 1984.

• Structure

  MATSYAFED is an apex federation of 651 primary level Fishermen Development Welfare Cooperative Societies