The following issues plague the operation of ration shops:
Public distribution system dealers have been accused of engaging in unethical tactics such as diverting grains to the open market for a higher profit margin, selling low-quality grains at ration shops, and irregular store openings.
It is usual for ration stores to keep unsold supplies of low-quality grains on hand.
When ration stores are unable to sell, the Food Corporation of India accumulates a large supply of grain production.
These stored grains can spoil at any time.
Final Answer:
Ration shops, also known as fair pricing shops, are establishments that sell rice and wheat as part of the public distribution system (PDS). These shops or businesses may be found across the country, in both semi-urban and rural areas.
The acidity depends upon the electron-withdrawing groups.
In option C and D we have p – nitrophenol and 2, 4 dinitrophenol respectively, these contain electron-withdrawing groups which increases the acidity of the compound. Hence ,they are more acidic than phenol.