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A ration card is a card issued by a government allowing the holder to obtain certain rations. They are frequently seen in wartime. They are also used to provide goods to the poor sections of the society at highly subsidized prices.
Ration Cards in India
Ration cards are an important part of the Public Distribution System (PDS) in India.
They are of three types:
- Antyodaya ration cards, issued to the poorest of the poor.
- Below Poverty Line (BPL)cards
- Above Poverty Line (APL) cards
On the basis of their economic condition, people can buy goods like food grains, sugar, kerosene, etc. at varying prices, with the help of their ration cards.
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