SC Calls for Policy Review Because Lack of MSP Incentives Affects Pulses Cultivation

Kisan Mahapanchayat Vs Union of India & Ors. (Supreme Court of India) The Supreme Court considered a matter concerning agricultural policy and crop diversification. During the hearing, it was highlighted that better coordination among different ministries of the Union Government is required to promote pulses as a substitute for crops such as wheat or paddy in northern and central parts of India, and as a substitute for other crops in southern regions. The discussion noted concerns relating to the absence of an incentivised Minimum Support Price (MSP) sufficient to cover production costs in...