FCI Manager MCQs
Part of the FCI Manager MCQs collection, these questions are an absolutely indispensable resource for candidates looking to pass their upcoming Food Corporation of India (FCI) Manager exams. This collection of multiple-choice questions covers all major topics seen on typical FCI Manager exam syllabus, like General Awareness, Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude, English Language.
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Since the FCI Manager exam is characterized by fierce competition, thorough preparation is fundamental to success. If these MCQs are used for regular practice, not only will retention of what has been learned improve, but the likelihood of obtaining a management position with the Food Corporation of India also becomes correspondingly higher. With concentrated effort and targeted study, candidates can come to the exam fully prepared and achieve their career objectives.
Q1. What is the full form of FCI?
A. Food Corporation of India
B. Food Control of India
C. Food Commerce India
D. Financial Corporation of India
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Q2. What is the primary function of the FCI?
A. Procurement, storage, and distribution of food grains
B. Providing loans to farmers
C. Regulating food prices in the market
D. Managing government agricultural policies
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Q3. Which of the following is a key objective of the Food Corporation of India?
A. To reduce food wastage in India
B. To ensure food security by storing and distributing grains
C. To provide agricultural loans to farmers
D. To support food exports
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Q4. In which year was the Food Corporation of India (FCI) established?
A. 1947
B. 1952
C. 1965
D. 1971
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Q5. Which ministry is responsible for the functioning of the Food Corporation of India?
A. Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers Welfare
B. Ministry of Food and Public Distribution
C. Ministry of Finance
D. Ministry of Commerce and Industry
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Q6. What does the abbreviation PDS stand for in the context of FCI operations?
A. Public Distribution System
B. Private Distribution System
C. Public Delivery System
D. Peopleβs Distribution System
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Q7. Which food grain is most commonly procured by FCI in India?
A. Wheat
B. Rice
C. Maize
D. Barley
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Q8. What is the role of FCI in the National Food Security Act (NFSA)?
A. Providing medical assistance to the poor
B. Managing food grain procurement for the public
C. Providing financial aid to the farmers
D. Regulating food prices in the market
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Q9. Which of the following is NOT a product handled by the Food Corporation of India?
A. Wheat
B. Rice
C. Sugar
D. Cooking Oil
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Q10. What is the maximum duration for which food grains are stored in FCI godowns?
A. 1 year
B. 2 years
C. 3 years
D. 5 years
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Q11. Which of the following is a key function of FCI under the Food Security Act?
A. To control food prices
B. To provide employment to farmers
C. To provide affordable food grains through PDS
D. To regulate export and import of food grains
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Q12. How does FCI contribute to food security in India?
A. By storing food grains and making them available for distribution
B. By regulating prices of food grains
C. By providing direct financial assistance to farmers
D. By managing imports of food grains from other countries
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Q13. Which state is the largest contributor of rice to the FCI in India?
A. West Bengal
B. Punjab
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Madhya Pradesh
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Q14. Which of the following food grains is primarily procured during the rabi season by FCI?
A. Wheat
B. Rice
C. Barley
D. Maize
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Q15. What is the maximum procurement target of food grains set by FCI for the year 2022-2023?
A. 60 million tonnes
B. 70 million tonnes
C. 80 million tonnes
D. 100 million tonnes
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Q16. Which of the following schemes is managed by FCI to provide food grains to the poor?
A. Pradhan Mantri Fasal Bima Yojana
B. National Food Security Act
C. PMAY
D. MUDRA
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Q17. How are food grains distributed under the Public Distribution System?
A. Through fair price shops
B. Directly to consumers from warehouses
C. By selling to private traders
D. Through government retail outlets
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Q18. Which of the following is a major export product handled by FCI?
A. Rice
B. Wheat
C. Sugar
D. Maize
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Q19. What is the "Minimum Support Price" (MSP) in the context of FCI?
A. The price at which FCI buys food grains from farmers
B. The price at which FCI sells food grains to the public
C. The minimum price for agricultural produce
D. The price at which government buys food grains for export
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Q20. Which of the following is NOT a storage facility used by FCI?
A. Cold storage
B. Warehouses
C. Godowns
D. Cold chain units
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Q21. Which of the following is the first step in the food grain procurement process by FCI?
A. Signing an agreement with farmers
B. Releasing procurement notifications
C. Setting up procurement centers
D. Payment of subsidies
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Q22. Which of the following best describes FCIβs role in food grain storage?
A. To store food grains for future distribution
B. To create food reserves for emergencies
C. To regulate the distribution of food grains in the market
D. To sell food grains to private traders
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Q23. What percentage of the cost of food grains is subsidized under the PDS?
A. 25%
B. 50%
C. 75%
D. 100%
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Q24. What is the main responsibility of FCI in relation to food grain procurement?
A. Buying food grains from farmers at MSP
B. Regulating food grain prices
C. Exporting food grains
D. Setting minimum prices for crops
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Q25. Which type of food grain is primarily procured by FCI during the kharif season?
A. Wheat
B. Rice
C. Maize
D. Barley
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Q26. Which Indian state is the largest contributor to wheat procurement for FCI?
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Punjab
D. Haryana
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Q27. Which of the following is NOT part of the functions of FCI?
A. Regulating food prices in the market
B. Procurement of food grains
C. Storage of food grains
D. Distribution of food grains
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Q28. What does "Minimum Support Price" (MSP) refer to in the context of FCI?
A. The price set by FCI for food grains to guarantee fair compensation for farmers
B. The price at which FCI sells food grains to consumers
C. The price of imported food grains
D. The market price of crops
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Q29. Which of the following is the major source of revenue for FCI?
A. Government grants
B. Loan repayment
C. Food grain sales
D. Contributions from international agencies
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Q30. Which crop does FCI primarily procure during the rabi season?
A. Wheat
B. Rice
C. Barley
D. Maize
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