Question

Which of the following is/are not an objective of regulated agricultural markets? 

• A. (i) and (iii)
• B. (ii) and (iii)
• C. (i) only
• D. (ii) only

Hint:

Regulated markets aim to improve infrastructure and support farmers, not discourage production improvements.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

The main objectives of a regulated agricultural market include: 
1. Ensuring fair prices for farmers.
2. Preventing exploitation by middlemen.
3. Promoting infrastructure development like storage and transportation. 

Incorrect objectives: 
- (i) is incorrect: Agricultural marketing aims to improve infrastructure, not discourage it. 
- (iii) is incorrect: The focus is on encouraging farmers to enhance production quality, not discouraging it. 

Conclusion: Since statements (i) and (iii) are incorrect, option (A) is the right answer.