1st to 10th January 2024 - SAGAR PARIKRAMA YATRA PHASE- XII IN WEST BENGAL

Question 1

Who led the Sagar Parikrama Phase-XII in West Bengal?

Answer 1

Union Minister of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying Shri Parshottam Rupala.

Question 2

Where did the Sagar Parikrama Phase-XII begin?

Answer 2

It began at Digha, Purba Medinipur district of West Bengal.

Question 3

What is the purpose of the “Sagar Parikrama”?

Answer 3

It is a transformative journey planned across the coastal belt to show solidarity with the fisher folks, fish farmers, and related stakeholders.

Question 4

What interactions took place during the yatra?

Answer 4

The Ministry of Fisheries, Animal Husbandry & Dairying interacted with fishers and distributed Certificates/sanctions related to PMMSY and KCC.

Question 5

What benefits were highlighted by the Union Minister?

Answer 5

Projects of approx. Rs.150 Cr. have been sanctioned under the PMMSY scheme, benefiting around 750 fishermen of the district.

Question 6

What does PMMSY stand for?

Answer 6

Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana.

Question 7

What are some of the projects sanctioned under PMMSY?

Answer 7

Hatcheries, ornamental fish unit, insulated vehicles, fish feed meal, two-wheelers, auto rickshaw, etc.

Question 8

How many fishermen benefited from the PMMSY scheme in the district?

Answer 8

Approximately 750 fishermen.

Question 9

What is the Kisan Credit Card scheme?

Answer 9

KCC is a credit scheme that provides farmers with timely access to credit for their agricultural operations.

Question 10

What are the benefits of the KCC scheme?

Answer 10

It offers financial support for farmers’ cultivation needs, post-harvest expenses, and other related activities.

Question 11

What is the Pradhan Mantri Matsya Sampada Yojana?

Answer 11

A flagship scheme by the Indian government focused on the development and growth of the fisheries sector.

Question 12

What’s the goal of the PMMSY scheme?

Answer 12

To instigate a “Blue Revolution” with sustainable and responsible development of India’s fisheries.

Question 13

Which organization implements the PMMSY?

Answer 13

The National Fisheries Development Board.

Question 14

What is the timeline of the PMMSY scheme?

Answer 14

It was launched in FY2020-21 and will run for five years until FY2024-25.

Question 15

What is the total financial outlay of the PMMSY?

Answer 15

Rs. 20,050 crores.

Question 16

What’s the target for fish farmers’ income under the PMMSY?

Answer 16

To double fish farmers’ income by 2024-25.

Question 17

By 2024-25, what is the target for fish production in India?

Answer 17

22 million metric tons.

Question 18

What is the target for reducing post-harvest losses?

Answer 18

Reduce post-harvest losses from 20-25% to approximately 10%

Question 19

How much is the PMMSY aiming to increase export earnings?

Answer 19

From Rs. 46,589 crores to Rs. 1,00,000 crores by 2024-25.

Question 20

What type of revolution does the PMMSY scheme hope to achieve?

Answer 20

A “Blue Revolution”

Question 21

Besides income, how else does the PMMSY support fish farmers?

Answer 21

Could include answers like improving infrastructure, technology adoption, reducing losses, and creating a more sustainable sector.

Question 22

What is the expected average annual growth of fish production due to PMMSY?

Answer 22

About 9%

Question 23

True or False: PMMSY is solely focused on fish production targets.

Answer 23

False. It also focuses on sustainability, income, reducing losses, and improving the overall fisheries sector.