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17 August 2026

PDP protest for crop insurance in Kashmir

The topic highlights critical issues regarding agricultural insurance and subsidy support for high-value horticulture, which serves as useful context for questions on farm distress and policy interventions in the agricultural sector.

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Notes

  • Horticulture is the primary economic driver in South Kashmir, specifically in districts like Shopian, Kulgam, and Pulwama.
  • Apple and cherry orchardists in Kashmir are currently facing significant financial distress due to recent hailstorms and natural calamities.
  • There is a growing demand for the inclusion of high-value crops like apples and cherries under a comprehensive crop insurance scheme.
  • Stakeholders are advocating for 100% government subsidies on anti-hail nets to mitigate future weather-related losses in orchards.
  • The Kashmir Valley Fruit Growers-cum-Dealers Union has highlighted the vulnerability of farmers whose primary livelihood depends on these crops.

Questions

  1. Discuss the challenges faced by the horticulture sector in India due to climate-induced natural calamities and evaluate the role of crop insurance in ensuring income security for farmers. 150 words
    Attempt this — 150 words in 8 min
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  2. Examine the effectiveness of the Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana (PMFBY) in addressing the specific risks faced by high-value horticultural crops. Suggest measures to enhance the resilience of the orchard-based economy in hilly regions. 250 words
    Attempt this — 250 words in 11 min
    0 / 250 words 11:00

Prelims

  1. Which of the following districts are identified as major apple-exporting hubs in South Kashmir?

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