The total number of crops covered under the Government of India’s Minimum Support Price (MSP) is:

Correct option is B

✅ (b) 22: • As per CACP (Commission for Agricultural Costs and Prices), MSP is announced for 22 mandated crops. • These include 7 cereals, 5 pulses, 7 oilseeds, and 3 commercial crops. • Ensures income security to farmers. • FRP (Fair and Remunerative Price) of sugarcane is announced separately.
❌ (a) 20: • Understates the actual number.
❌ (c) 24: • Overstates; not in current mandate.
❌ (d) 18: • Less than actual; incorrect count.