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| Definition | : | Public Distribution System |
| Category | : | Governmental » Policies & Programs |
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Public Distribution System (PDS) is an Indian food distribution system designed to improve food security through the provision of subsidised commodities. PDS ensures the distribution of essential items at subsidized prices to holders of ration cards.
PDS involves procurement of commodities from the farmers till distribution to ration card beneficiaries. It also helps to regulate open-market prices for commodities that are distributed through the system.
The full form of PDS is Public Distribution System
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