Elaborate on the three distinct ration cards issued under the TPDS.
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Asked: April 20, 20242024-04-20T08:42:34+05:30
2024-04-20T08:42:34+05:30In: Food and Nutrition
Elaborate on the three distinct ration cards issued under the TPDS.
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The Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS) in India issues three types of ration cards to eligible households to provide subsidized food grains and essential commodities:
Antyodaya Anna Yojana (AAY) Ration Card: This card is issued to the poorest of the poor households identified by state governments. AAY cardholders are entitled to receive 35 kg of food grains per month at highly subsidized rates.
Below Poverty Line (BPL) Ration Card: BPL ration cards are issued to households identified as below the poverty line based on specified criteria. BPL cardholders are eligible for subsidized food grains and other commodities under the TPDS.
Above Poverty Line (APL) Ration Card: APL ration cards are issued to households that do not fall under the BPL category. APL cardholders are entitled to purchase food grains and commodities from Fair Price Shops at non-subsidized rates.
These ration cards aim to ensure food security by targeting subsidized food distribution to the most vulnerable sections of society. The categorization helps in efficient targeting and allocation of resources under the TPDS to alleviate food insecurity and poverty.