Fisheries

Why it matters

• Serves as a critical pillar for food and nutritional security by providing a primary source of animal protein for a large segment of the population.
• Acts as a vital engine for rural employment and livelihood generation, particularly for coastal and riverine communities.
• Contributes significantly to export earnings and foreign exchange reserves through the trade of marine products.
• Promotes the development of allied sectors such as cold chain infrastructure, processing units, and maritime logistics.

How it is asked

Focus on the Blue Economy framework, the role of institutional support schemes for infrastructure development, sustainable management practices to prevent overfishing, and the socio-economic impact on small-scale artisanal fishers.