Kerala government establishes AgriStack Commissionerate under State Agriculture department
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Digital Agriculture and data governance: a relevant GS3 topic regarding institutional frameworks for farm data.
Why in news
The Kerala government issued an order on October 13 to establish an ‘AgriStack Commissionerate’ under the State Agriculture department to manage farm sector data.
Background
The Director of Agriculture will serve as the AgriStack Commissioner. The initiative is part of the Digital Agriculture Mission and includes three registries. A 11-member State AgriStack Data Governance Committee (SADGC) was created in July.
Facts for Prelims
- BodyAgriStack Commissionerate: established under the State Agriculture department in Kerala
- PostDirector, Agriculture: designated to serve as the AgriStack Commissioner
- FactState AgriStack Data Governance Committee (SADGC): consists of 11 members
- FactAgriStack: includes three registries for farm sector data
Prelims practice question
How many members are included in the State AgriStack Data Governance Committee (SADGC)?
- (a)11
- (b)7
- (c)15
- (d)21
Show answer
Answer: (a) 11 — The note states that a 11-member State AgriStack Data Governance Committee (SADGC) was created.
For Mains
Q. Discuss how the creation of a dedicated AgriStack Commissionerate can enhance data-driven decision making and transparency in the agricultural sector.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Data integrity: Ensuring secure and accurate farmer data across three distinct registries
- Institutional synergy: Coordinating between state-level AgriStack Commissionerate and Union Digital Agriculture Mission goals
Keywords: Data Governance · Digital Agriculture · Institutional Framework · Transparency · AgriStack
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