Rabi 2026-27: Cabinet approves ₹62,370 crore NBS fertiliser subsidy – Quiz (11.11.2026)

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Rabi 2026-27: Cabinet approves ₹62,370 crore NBS fertiliser subsidy – Quiz (11.11.2026) – 5 questions, subject: Current Affairs. Every question has the correct answer with a one-line explanation; tap "Show Answer". Free practice for TNPSC, UPSC, SSC, Bank and RRB exams – Shanmugam IAS Academy, Coimbatore.

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1.  
Since which year has the Nutrient Based Subsidy (NBS) scheme for P&K fertilisers been in force?

Correct Answer: C [2010]

Explanation:

Since 1 April 2010. Rabi 2026-27 outlay: ₹62,370.02 crore – about 64% more than last Rabi.

2.  
Which fertiliser is kept outside the NBS scheme, with its retail price fixed by the government?

Correct Answer: A [Urea]

Explanation:

Urea – government-fixed MRP, the rest paid as subsidy. P&K fertilisers are decontrolled and covered by NBS.

3.  
The Department of Fertilizers, which runs the fertiliser subsidy, is under which Union Ministry?

Correct Answer: D [Chemicals & Fertilizers]

Explanation:

Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers, which also has the Department of Pharmaceuticals. Subsidy is paid on PoS sales data.

4.  
Chemically, what is the potash fertiliser 'muriate of potash' (MOP)?

Correct Answer: C [Potassium chloride]

Explanation:

Potassium chloride (KCl) – 'muriate' is an old name for chloride. India imports almost all of its potash.

5.  
Where is the plant of the central PSU Madras Fertilizers Limited (MFL) located?

Correct Answer: A [Manali, Chennai]

Explanation:

Manali, Chennai – under the Department of Fertilizers. The private SPIC plant is at Thoothukudi.

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