Question

In a study, it was found that in Tamil Nadu, 90 per cent of the people living in rural areas used a ration shop, whereas in West Bengal only 35 per cent of rural people did so. Where would people did better off and why?

Answer 1

The people of Tamil Nadu will benefit because 90 per cent of rural residents use ration shops and may obtain food grains, sugar, kerosene oil, and other necessities at a lower cost than the market. Ration shops serve an important role in stabilizing pricing and making essential goods available to low- income consumers at affordable prices.