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When did the Public Distribution System (PDS) begin as per the Essential Commodities Act?

AMarch 15th

BJanuary 1st

CJuly 1st

DAugust 15th

Answer:

C. July 1st

Read Explanation:

  • The PDS was started on July 1st under the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, to provide food grains at subsidized rates.

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