A. Punjab Food and Safety Department
B. Punjab Agriculture and Commodities Department
C. Punjab Price Control and Commodities Management Department
D. Punjab Food Security and Monitoring Department
Submitted by: Areesha Khan
Answer:
C. Punjab Price Control and Commodities Management Department
Explanation:
The Punjab government has created the Punjab Price Control and Commodities Management Department (PCCMD) after abolishing the Food Department. The new department consolidates various bodies under one umbrella and is responsible for functions like wheat procurement, food security, and ensuring food safety and hygiene. It also has administrative control over the Punjab Food Authority and other related bodies.
The correct answer to the question: "What new department was created by the Punjab government after abolishing the Food Department?" is "Punjab Price Control and Commodities Management Department".
