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DESCRIPTIVE  
Q.1) Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana - aims, 
objectives, Implementation and strategy.            15 marks 
(Compulsory) 
 
Introduction 
The Prime Minister envisioned PMMSY as a tool of Atma 
Nirbhar Bharat towards the purpose of rural development by 
utilizing rural resources and boosting rural economy in a rapid 
way. PMMSY is a key factor for augmenting livelihood of rural 
sector of the nation. The main motto of PMMSY is ‘Reform, 
Perform and Transform’ in the fisheries sector. 
Body 
? The scheme aims to bring about Blue Revolution through 
sustainable and responsible development of fisheries sector 
in India. 
? Following are the objectives of the scheme- 
? The scheme intends to augment fish production and 
productivity at an annual growth rate of 9% to achieve a 
target of 22 million metric tons by 2024-25.  
? Generate about 55 lakhs direct and indirect employment 
opportunities in the fisheries sector along the supply and 
value chain.  
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DESCRIPTIVE  
Q.1) Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana - aims, 
objectives, Implementation and strategy.            15 marks 
(Compulsory) 
 
Introduction 
The Prime Minister envisioned PMMSY as a tool of Atma 
Nirbhar Bharat towards the purpose of rural development by 
utilizing rural resources and boosting rural economy in a rapid 
way. PMMSY is a key factor for augmenting livelihood of rural 
sector of the nation. The main motto of PMMSY is ‘Reform, 
Perform and Transform’ in the fisheries sector. 
Body 
? The scheme aims to bring about Blue Revolution through 
sustainable and responsible development of fisheries sector 
in India. 
? Following are the objectives of the scheme- 
? The scheme intends to augment fish production and 
productivity at an annual growth rate of 9% to achieve a 
target of 22 million metric tons by 2024-25.  
? Generate about 55 lakhs direct and indirect employment 
opportunities in the fisheries sector along the supply and 
value chain.  
 
 
 
 
? It also aims to double the incomes of fishers, fish farmers 
and fish workers by 2024.  
? Double export earnings from Rs.46,589 crores (2018-19) to 
about Rs.1,00,000 crores by 2024-25.  
? Enhancing productivity in aquaculture from the present 
national average of 3 tonnes to about 5 tonnes per hectare.  
? Reduction of post-harvest losses from the reported 20-25% 
to about 10%.  
? Enhancement of the domestic fish consumption from about 
5-6 kg to about 12 kg per capita.  
? The beneficiaries of the scheme include- Fishers, Fish farmers, 
Fish workers, Fish vendors, SCs/STs/Women/ Differently 
abled persons, Fisheries cooperatives/Federations, FFPOs, 
Fisheries Development corporations, Self Help Groups 
(SHGs)/Joint Liability Groups (JLGs) and Individual 
Entrepreneurs. 
? The scheme is implemented for a Period of 5 years i.e. from 
FY 21 to FY 25  
? The total estimated investment of the scheme is Rs. 20,050 
Crore comprising of   
(i) Central share: Rs. 9,407 Crore,   
(ii) State share: Rs. 4,880 Crore   
(iii) Beneficiaries' share: Rs. 5,763 Crore 
? The PMMSY has 2 components vis: Central Sector (CS) 
component and centrally sponsored component(CSS). 
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DESCRIPTIVE  
Q.1) Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana - aims, 
objectives, Implementation and strategy.            15 marks 
(Compulsory) 
 
Introduction 
The Prime Minister envisioned PMMSY as a tool of Atma 
Nirbhar Bharat towards the purpose of rural development by 
utilizing rural resources and boosting rural economy in a rapid 
way. PMMSY is a key factor for augmenting livelihood of rural 
sector of the nation. The main motto of PMMSY is ‘Reform, 
Perform and Transform’ in the fisheries sector. 
Body 
? The scheme aims to bring about Blue Revolution through 
sustainable and responsible development of fisheries sector 
in India. 
? Following are the objectives of the scheme- 
? The scheme intends to augment fish production and 
productivity at an annual growth rate of 9% to achieve a 
target of 22 million metric tons by 2024-25.  
? Generate about 55 lakhs direct and indirect employment 
opportunities in the fisheries sector along the supply and 
value chain.  
 
 
 
 
? It also aims to double the incomes of fishers, fish farmers 
and fish workers by 2024.  
? Double export earnings from Rs.46,589 crores (2018-19) to 
about Rs.1,00,000 crores by 2024-25.  
? Enhancing productivity in aquaculture from the present 
national average of 3 tonnes to about 5 tonnes per hectare.  
? Reduction of post-harvest losses from the reported 20-25% 
to about 10%.  
? Enhancement of the domestic fish consumption from about 
5-6 kg to about 12 kg per capita.  
? The beneficiaries of the scheme include- Fishers, Fish farmers, 
Fish workers, Fish vendors, SCs/STs/Women/ Differently 
abled persons, Fisheries cooperatives/Federations, FFPOs, 
Fisheries Development corporations, Self Help Groups 
(SHGs)/Joint Liability Groups (JLGs) and Individual 
Entrepreneurs. 
? The scheme is implemented for a Period of 5 years i.e. from 
FY 21 to FY 25  
? The total estimated investment of the scheme is Rs. 20,050 
Crore comprising of   
(i) Central share: Rs. 9,407 Crore,   
(ii) State share: Rs. 4,880 Crore   
(iii) Beneficiaries' share: Rs. 5,763 Crore 
? The PMMSY has 2 components vis: Central Sector (CS) 
component and centrally sponsored component(CSS). 
 
 
 
 
? The Central sector scheme component includes 
? Non-beneficiary Oriented: The entire project cost will be 
borne by the Central government (i.e. 100% central 
funding).  
? Beneficiary Oriented: The central assistance will be up to 
40% of the project cost for General category and 60% for 
SC/ST/Women category.  
? The Centrally sponsored scheme component includes 
? Non-beneficiary Orientated: All the sub-
components/activities will be implemented by the 
States/UTs and the entire project/unit cost will be shared 
between Centre and State.  
? Beneficiary Oriented: The financial assistance of both 
Centre and State/UTs governments together will be limited 
to 40% of the project cost for General category and 60% of 
the project cost for SC/ST/Women. 
Conclusion 
The reforms and initiatives in PMMSY scheme have been 
inculcated in core & trunk infrastructure development, 
modernization of Indian fisheries, especially the push for new 
fishing harbours/landing centres, modernisation and 
mechanization of traditional fishermen crafts-trawlers-deep sea 
going vessels, provision of post-harvest facilities to reduce post-
harvest loss, cold chains facilities, clean and hygienic fish 
markets, two wheelers with ice boxes and many more. 
Fishermen are provided with insurance cover, financial 
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DESCRIPTIVE  
Q.1) Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana - aims, 
objectives, Implementation and strategy.            15 marks 
(Compulsory) 
 
Introduction 
The Prime Minister envisioned PMMSY as a tool of Atma 
Nirbhar Bharat towards the purpose of rural development by 
utilizing rural resources and boosting rural economy in a rapid 
way. PMMSY is a key factor for augmenting livelihood of rural 
sector of the nation. The main motto of PMMSY is ‘Reform, 
Perform and Transform’ in the fisheries sector. 
Body 
? The scheme aims to bring about Blue Revolution through 
sustainable and responsible development of fisheries sector 
in India. 
? Following are the objectives of the scheme- 
? The scheme intends to augment fish production and 
productivity at an annual growth rate of 9% to achieve a 
target of 22 million metric tons by 2024-25.  
? Generate about 55 lakhs direct and indirect employment 
opportunities in the fisheries sector along the supply and 
value chain.  
 
 
 
 
? It also aims to double the incomes of fishers, fish farmers 
and fish workers by 2024.  
? Double export earnings from Rs.46,589 crores (2018-19) to 
about Rs.1,00,000 crores by 2024-25.  
? Enhancing productivity in aquaculture from the present 
national average of 3 tonnes to about 5 tonnes per hectare.  
? Reduction of post-harvest losses from the reported 20-25% 
to about 10%.  
? Enhancement of the domestic fish consumption from about 
5-6 kg to about 12 kg per capita.  
? The beneficiaries of the scheme include- Fishers, Fish farmers, 
Fish workers, Fish vendors, SCs/STs/Women/ Differently 
abled persons, Fisheries cooperatives/Federations, FFPOs, 
Fisheries Development corporations, Self Help Groups 
(SHGs)/Joint Liability Groups (JLGs) and Individual 
Entrepreneurs. 
? The scheme is implemented for a Period of 5 years i.e. from 
FY 21 to FY 25  
? The total estimated investment of the scheme is Rs. 20,050 
Crore comprising of   
(i) Central share: Rs. 9,407 Crore,   
(ii) State share: Rs. 4,880 Crore   
(iii) Beneficiaries' share: Rs. 5,763 Crore 
? The PMMSY has 2 components vis: Central Sector (CS) 
component and centrally sponsored component(CSS). 
 
 
 
 
? The Central sector scheme component includes 
? Non-beneficiary Oriented: The entire project cost will be 
borne by the Central government (i.e. 100% central 
funding).  
? Beneficiary Oriented: The central assistance will be up to 
40% of the project cost for General category and 60% for 
SC/ST/Women category.  
? The Centrally sponsored scheme component includes 
? Non-beneficiary Orientated: All the sub-
components/activities will be implemented by the 
States/UTs and the entire project/unit cost will be shared 
between Centre and State.  
? Beneficiary Oriented: The financial assistance of both 
Centre and State/UTs governments together will be limited 
to 40% of the project cost for General category and 60% of 
the project cost for SC/ST/Women. 
Conclusion 
The reforms and initiatives in PMMSY scheme have been 
inculcated in core & trunk infrastructure development, 
modernization of Indian fisheries, especially the push for new 
fishing harbours/landing centres, modernisation and 
mechanization of traditional fishermen crafts-trawlers-deep sea 
going vessels, provision of post-harvest facilities to reduce post-
harvest loss, cold chains facilities, clean and hygienic fish 
markets, two wheelers with ice boxes and many more. 
Fishermen are provided with insurance cover, financial 
 
 
 
 
assistance and a facility of Kisan Credit Card as well. PMMSY has 
set a way forward to enhance its utilization by invigorating rural 
economy. 
 
Q.2) In Public Distribution System, Government plays 
important role in food economy but there are lacunae/ 
Challenges in PDS system.        15 Marks 
 
Introduction: 
For India, as a host of 131 millions of people, it becomes crucial 
to achieve maximum food security for resilient economic 
growth and achieving its economic vision. Since its past 
experience with food scarcity, Bengal Famine of 1940s, India 
has travelled a long way and achieved milestones in this 
respect. In achieving milestones, the public distribution system 
(PDS) has become one such instrumental policy that helped 
India in managing the food economy of the country.   
Public Distribution System, according to NFSA, “is evolved as a 
system of management of scarcity through distribution of food 
grains at affordable prices”. It is important part of the 
government’s policy and is established under the Ministry of 
Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution. 
Body: 
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DESCRIPTIVE  
Q.1) Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana - aims, 
objectives, Implementation and strategy.            15 marks 
(Compulsory) 
 
Introduction 
The Prime Minister envisioned PMMSY as a tool of Atma 
Nirbhar Bharat towards the purpose of rural development by 
utilizing rural resources and boosting rural economy in a rapid 
way. PMMSY is a key factor for augmenting livelihood of rural 
sector of the nation. The main motto of PMMSY is ‘Reform, 
Perform and Transform’ in the fisheries sector. 
Body 
? The scheme aims to bring about Blue Revolution through 
sustainable and responsible development of fisheries sector 
in India. 
? Following are the objectives of the scheme- 
? The scheme intends to augment fish production and 
productivity at an annual growth rate of 9% to achieve a 
target of 22 million metric tons by 2024-25.  
? Generate about 55 lakhs direct and indirect employment 
opportunities in the fisheries sector along the supply and 
value chain.  
 
 
 
 
? It also aims to double the incomes of fishers, fish farmers 
and fish workers by 2024.  
? Double export earnings from Rs.46,589 crores (2018-19) to 
about Rs.1,00,000 crores by 2024-25.  
? Enhancing productivity in aquaculture from the present 
national average of 3 tonnes to about 5 tonnes per hectare.  
? Reduction of post-harvest losses from the reported 20-25% 
to about 10%.  
? Enhancement of the domestic fish consumption from about 
5-6 kg to about 12 kg per capita.  
? The beneficiaries of the scheme include- Fishers, Fish farmers, 
Fish workers, Fish vendors, SCs/STs/Women/ Differently 
abled persons, Fisheries cooperatives/Federations, FFPOs, 
Fisheries Development corporations, Self Help Groups 
(SHGs)/Joint Liability Groups (JLGs) and Individual 
Entrepreneurs. 
? The scheme is implemented for a Period of 5 years i.e. from 
FY 21 to FY 25  
? The total estimated investment of the scheme is Rs. 20,050 
Crore comprising of   
(i) Central share: Rs. 9,407 Crore,   
(ii) State share: Rs. 4,880 Crore   
(iii) Beneficiaries' share: Rs. 5,763 Crore 
? The PMMSY has 2 components vis: Central Sector (CS) 
component and centrally sponsored component(CSS). 
 
 
 
 
? The Central sector scheme component includes 
? Non-beneficiary Oriented: The entire project cost will be 
borne by the Central government (i.e. 100% central 
funding).  
? Beneficiary Oriented: The central assistance will be up to 
40% of the project cost for General category and 60% for 
SC/ST/Women category.  
? The Centrally sponsored scheme component includes 
? Non-beneficiary Orientated: All the sub-
components/activities will be implemented by the 
States/UTs and the entire project/unit cost will be shared 
between Centre and State.  
? Beneficiary Oriented: The financial assistance of both 
Centre and State/UTs governments together will be limited 
to 40% of the project cost for General category and 60% of 
the project cost for SC/ST/Women. 
Conclusion 
The reforms and initiatives in PMMSY scheme have been 
inculcated in core & trunk infrastructure development, 
modernization of Indian fisheries, especially the push for new 
fishing harbours/landing centres, modernisation and 
mechanization of traditional fishermen crafts-trawlers-deep sea 
going vessels, provision of post-harvest facilities to reduce post-
harvest loss, cold chains facilities, clean and hygienic fish 
markets, two wheelers with ice boxes and many more. 
Fishermen are provided with insurance cover, financial 
 
 
 
 
assistance and a facility of Kisan Credit Card as well. PMMSY has 
set a way forward to enhance its utilization by invigorating rural 
economy. 
 
Q.2) In Public Distribution System, Government plays 
important role in food economy but there are lacunae/ 
Challenges in PDS system.        15 Marks 
 
Introduction: 
For India, as a host of 131 millions of people, it becomes crucial 
to achieve maximum food security for resilient economic 
growth and achieving its economic vision. Since its past 
experience with food scarcity, Bengal Famine of 1940s, India 
has travelled a long way and achieved milestones in this 
respect. In achieving milestones, the public distribution system 
(PDS) has become one such instrumental policy that helped 
India in managing the food economy of the country.   
Public Distribution System, according to NFSA, “is evolved as a 
system of management of scarcity through distribution of food 
grains at affordable prices”. It is important part of the 
government’s policy and is established under the Ministry of 
Consumer Affairs, Food, and Public Distribution. 
Body: 
 
 
 
 
? PDS manages food scarcity by distributing subsidized food 
and fuel to the poor through a network of ration shops. 
Under the system, presently the food commodities such as 
wheat, rice, sugar and kerosene are being allocated to the 
States/UTs for distribution. 
? Some States also distribute additional items of mass 
consumption such as pulses, spices, salt, etc. PDS functions 
under the joint responsibility of the Central and the State/UT 
Governments.   
? PDS becomes significant in managing the challenges related 
to food security for marginalized people in society. 
? It helps in stabilizing the prices, making food available to 
consumers at affordable prices. 
? The system, including the minimum support price and 
procurement, has contributed to an increase in food grain 
production and provided income security to farmers in 
certain regions. 
? It helps in the redistribution of food grains by supplying food 
from surplus regions to the deficient areas of the country. 
Despite its immense importance in ensuring food security, there 
are some issues associated with the PDS system in India that 
merits attention. 
1) Issue of storage: 
? The CAG public report found that from 2008-09 onwards, 
due to the increase in procurement of food grains, there