Question

What is not true about the e-NAM (National Agriculture Market)?

• A. It was launched in 2016.
• B. It has integrated 1361 mandis in the country.
• C. It is providing services to 1.8 crore farmers.
• D. The trading volume amounts to Rs 4.5 lakh crore.

Hint:

e-NAM: Launched 2016, ~1361 mandis, ~1.8 crore farmers; trading volume ~Rs 2–3 lakh crore (2021–22).

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

Step 1: e-NAM was launched in 2016, and has integrated about 1,361 mandis, both true.
Step 2: It serves about 1.8 crore farmers, also true.
Step 3: By elimination, the trading volume figure of Rs 4.5 lakh crore is overstated; actual figures are closer to Rs 2-3 lakh crore.
Correct option: Statement 4, the trading volume figure, is not true.