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The Government is working on a stronger Seed Act to protect farmers from fake and substandard seeds. The existing Seed Act was enacted in 1966, and the government has invited suggestions on the draft Seed Act. Around 18,000 suggestions were received from farmers and farmer organisations.
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The government had invited suggestions on the draft Seed Act in November-December 2025 and received around 18,000 suggestions from farmers and farmer organisations.
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Critically examine the need for a stronger regulatory framework to prevent the sale of fake and substandard seeds in the country.
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The existing Seed Act was enacted in which year?
The existing Seed Act was enacted in 1966 to regulate the quality and sale of seeds in the country.
Around what percentage of seeds currently fall outside the ambit of the existing Seed Act?
Around 70% of seeds currently fall outside the ambit of the existing Seed Act, highlighting the need for a stronger regulatory framework.
What is the maximum penalty for serious offences under the proposed Seed Act?
The proposed Seed Act provides for a maximum penalty of ₹30 lakh for serious offences, in addition to imprisonment.
Consider the following statements regarding Seed Act Amendments: 1. The existing Seed Act was enacted in 1990. 2. Around 70% of seeds currently fall outside the ambit of the existing Seed Act. 3. The new Seed Act will restrict farmers' existing rights. How many of the above statements are correct?
The existing Seed Act was enacted in 1966, not 1990. Statement 2 is true because the fact list states that around 70% of seeds currently fall outside the ambit of the existing Seed Act. Statement 3 is false because the fact list states that the proposed law will not restrict farmers' existing rights.
Consider the following two statements: Statement-I: The proposed law will restrict farmers' existing rights. Statement-II: The proposed law aims to establish a stronger, more effective and uniform regulatory framework against fake and substandard seeds. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?
Statement 1 is false because the proposed law will not restrict farmers' existing rights. Statement 2 is true because the proposed law aims to establish a stronger, more effective and uniform regulatory framework against fake and substandard seeds, which is a correct description of the proposed law's goals.