The 'Revamped public distribution system' (RPDS) was started in the year ____________________.

Question

Question

This question was previously asked in

RPF Constable (2018) Official Paper (Held On: 03 Feb, 2019 Shift 2)

Answer 1

The correct answer is 1992.

Key Points:

The Revamped Public Distribution System (RPDS) was launched in June 1992.
It was launched with a view to strengthen and streamline the Public Distribution System (PDS).
The RPDS included area approach for ensuring effective reach of the PDS commodities.
The Public Distribution System is an Indian food security system established under the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution.

Thus, we can say that RPDS with respect to public distribution system in India is Revamped Public Distribution System.