What is the correct purpose of packaging in agriculture?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: Protecting the product from damage and contamination, providing identification, and aiding sale
Packaging protects agricultural products from damage, dust, moisture and contamination during storage and transport. Labels on the package provide identification, quantity, quality and other essential information, which supports marketing and sale. Options B and D increase the risk of spoilage rather than protecting the product. Exam tip: Remember the key functions of packaging—protection, identification and marketing.
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What is the correct answer to this question?
Protecting the product from damage and contamination, providing identification, and aiding sale
Why is this the correct answer?
Packaging protects agricultural products from damage, dust, moisture and contamination during storage and transport. Labels on the package provide identification, quantity, quality and other essential information, which supports marketing and sale. Options B and D increase the risk of spoilage rather than protecting the product. Exam tip: Remember the key functions of packaging—protection, identification and marketing.
Which subject and chapter does this question cover?
This is a Class 11 Home Science question. Chapter: Work, Livelihood and Career. Topic: Traditional occupations in India - Agriculture.
