Question : IMPORT OF SOYABEAN



(a) whether 35 per cent import duty was reduced for the last two years on import of soya bean from USA;

(b) if so, whether the percentage in import of soya bean from USA has gone from 12% to 46%;

(c) whether it would have an adverse reflection on indigenous production of soya bean; and

(d) if so, the details thereof and the steps taken in this regard?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF FINANCE (SHRI YASHWANT SINHA)

(a) No Sir.

(b), (c), and (d). Do not arise