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1. Which state in India announced the intention to purchase all crops at the Minimum Support Price (MSP) on August 4, 2024?
On August 4, 2024, Haryana Chief Minister Nayab Singh Saini announced that Haryana would become the first state in India to implement a comprehensive MSP policy, covering all crops. This policy expansion, adding nine additional crops to the previously covered 14, aims to provide a robust safety net for farmers, encourage crop diversification, and protect against market price fluctuations, marking a significant shift in agricultural policy ahead of the upcoming Assembly elections.