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GS3 · Economy4 Jul 2026 · PIB

APEDA Facilitates First Export Shipment of Areko Cherries and Scentrose Plums from Jammu & Kashmir to UAE

The Agricultural and Processed Food Products Export Development Authority (APEDA), under the Ministry of Commerce & Industry, facilitated the export of premium Areko Cherries and Scentrose Plums from Jammu & Kashmir to the UAE, showcasing the region's growing horticultural export potential and increasing global demand for Indian fruits.

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Prelims Practice MCQs

Who facilitated the virtual flag-off ceremony for the export shipment?

  • A.Ministry of Agriculture
  • B.APEDA Chairman Abhishek Dev
  • C.Department of Horticulture, Government of Jammu & Kashmir
  • D.Ministry of Commerce & Industry

The text states that APEDA Chairman Abhishek Dev led the virtual flag-off ceremony.

What is the name of the Union Territory from which the stone fruits were sourced?

  • A.Jammu & Kashmir
  • B.Kashmir
  • C.Punjab
  • D.Himachal Pradesh

The text clearly states that the stone fruits were sourced from Jammu & Kashmir.

What percentage increase in returns did growers associate with the export supply chain experience for cherries compared to prevailing domestic market prices?

  • A.60%
  • B.120%
  • C.180%
  • D.240%

The text states that growers experienced a 60 percent increase in returns for cherries compared to prevailing domestic market prices.

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