Ration Card: The different colors of ration cards reveal several important details, but very few people are aware of this..

A ration card is not just a card; it's a necessity for the common man. Under the National Food Security Act, the central government provides rations to needy people free of charge or at subsidized rates. A ration card is essential to avail of these benefits.

Without a ration card, no one can benefit from free rations. We often see ration cards in different colors. These colors indicate important details about the cardholder.

How many colors of ration cards are there?
The Government of India primarily issues four different colors of ration cards. A ration card can also be used as an identity card. The color of the ration card tells us about the various benefits associated with it.

Pink or Red Ration Card
Pink or red ration cards are mostly given to families above the poverty line. Under this ration card, individuals can purchase rations at normal prices. In addition, this ration card also provides access to subsidies. Benefits under schemes like Ujjwala and housing schemes can also be availed with this card.

Yellow Ration Card
This ration card is issued to individuals below the poverty line. Under this scheme, individuals can purchase wheat, rice, pulses, sugar, and kerosene at subsidized rates. This ration card is given priority in various government schemes.

White Ration Card
White ration cards are issued to those who are financially stable. These are people who are not dependent on government schemes for food grains. This card is generally used as an address or identity proof. Some government schemes can also be accessed using this card.

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