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When did rationing start in India?

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When did rationing start in India?

The introduction of rationing in India dates back to the 1940s Bengal famine. This rationing system was revived in the wake of acute food shortage during the early 1960s, before the Green Revolution. It involves two types, RPDS and TPDS.

Why is ration shop called a fair price shop?

The Ration Shops are called fair pricing stores because food grains are delivered to the poor by these stores at a fair price that is much lower than the frequently high market price.

How can I know my ration shop number?

How Can i Search my Ration Shop number in Telangana

  1. You need to enter either FSCRefno, Ration card number, or Old ration card number.
  2. Once you have entered that, hit the submit button.
  3. Now, complete details of the ration cardholder will appear.
  4. You can see all data along with the FPShop Number.

How can I complain to ration shop in Telangana?

Consumer contacts

  1. NFSA 1967. (040-23324614, 040-23324615)
  2. Consumer Help Line 180042500333. (040-23336112, 040-23336114, 040-23336115 )

Who introduced ration card in India?

the British
Public distribution system in India-evolution, efficacy and need for reforms. Evolution of public distribution of grains in India had its origin in the ‘rationing’ system introduced by the British during the World War II.

Who introduced PDS in India?

the Government of India
In June, 1997, the Government of India launched the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS) with focus on the poor.

Who started Indian PDS?

In June, 1997, the Government of India launched the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS) with focus on the poor.

What is FPS name?

From Arthapedia. Fair Price Shop means a shop which has been licensed to distribute essential commodities by an order issued under section 3 of the Essential Commodities Act, 1955, to the ration card holders under the Targeted Public Distribution System.

How do I open PDS store?

Required Documents[edit]

  1. Application form.
  2. Proof of Identity.
  3. No objection certificate from land owner in case of tenant.
  4. Copy of land records.
  5. Residence Proof.
  6. A court fee stamp as per prescribed amount.
  7. Aadhaar card.
  8. A copy of Schedule Tribe Certificate if applicable.

How can I apply for ration card?

What are the steps to apply for ration cards?

  1. Login to the portal you have to apply on.
  2. Click on the Application form.
  3. Fill in all your personal details.
  4. After filling the details, now upload all the documents and click on the “apply online” button.

How can I contact CM of Telangana?

Chief Minister’s Office

  • Office: 040-23452933, 23455205, 23456698.
  • Office Fax : 23452498.
  • Residence: 040-23410888, 23410333, 23410666.
  • Residence Fax : 23410555.

How do I contact CM Helpline?

Dial 181 (tollfree number) to contact CM Helpline.