Rajasthan Issues 90.19 Lakh Digital Farmer IDs, Exceeding 2015 Census by 118%
GS3Economy · S&T · Environment · Security· MSP, procurement, PDS & food security· Prelims·
Digital Public Infrastructure in agriculture: a GS3 case study on data-driven governance and subsidy delivery.
Why in news
Rajasthan became the first northern Indian state to complete digital identification of farmers by issuing 90.19 lakh identity cards, exceeding the 2015 census figures.
Background
Rajasthan issued 90.19 lakh digital farmer IDs, surpassing the 76.54 lakh operational holdings recorded in the 2015-16 census by 118%. The initiative was a coordinated effort between the Agriculture and Revenue Departments under the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare.
Facts for Prelims
- FactRajasthan issued 90.19 lakh digital farmer IDs.
- FactThe 2015-16 census recorded 76.54 lakh operational holdings in Rajasthan.
- BodyThe initiative falls under the Union Ministry of Agriculture and Farmers’ Welfare.
- PlaceRajasthan is the first state in northern India to complete this digital identification.
Prelims practice question
With reference to the digital identification of farmers in Rajasthan, consider the following statements:
- The state issued 90.19 lakh digital farmer IDs, surpassing the 2015 census figures.
- Rajasthan is the first state in southern India to complete digital identification of farmers.
- The 2015-16 census recorded 85 lakh operational holdings in the state.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
- (a)1 only
- (b)3 only
- (c)1 and 2 only
- (d)2 and 3 only
Show answer
Answer: (a) 1 only — Statement 1 is correct. Statement 2 is incorrect: Rajasthan is the first state in northern India to complete this. Statement 3 is incorrect: The 2015-16 census recorded 76.54 lakh operational holdings.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how digital identification of farmers can streamline the delivery of agricultural subsidies and improve credit access for small and marginal farmers in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data integrity: Reducing ghost beneficiaries in fertilizer distribution and MSP procurement
- Financial inclusion: Streamlining credit flow by creating a verifiable digital identity for landholders
- Service delivery: Enhancing the efficiency of crop insurance and advisory services through unified databases
Keywords: Digital Public Infrastructure · Agricultural Credit · Minimum Support Price · Data-driven Governance · Farmer Welfare
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