Background and Rationale
The original Seeds Act, 1966, was enacted during the Green Revolution when the public sector dominated seed development. India's seed sector has since evolved with the entry of the private sector, advancements in biotechnology (like Genetically Modified or GM seeds), and commercial seed processing.
The need for a new law stems from:
- Modernizing Regulation: The 1966 Act is inadequate to deal with new scientific and commercial realities, including hybrid and transgenic seeds.
- Quality Assurance: Ensuring the supply of high-quality, cutting-edge seeds to farmers to enhance productivity and profitability.
- Protecting Farmers: Curbing the sale of spurious or sub-standard seeds, which cause significant financial losses to farmers.
Key Provisions of the Draft Bill
IAS-2026 - OPTIONAL / GEOGRAPHY / PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION / SOCIOLOGY / ANTHROPOLOGY / ORIENTATION ON 03 & 04-10-2025 
