In the context of food security management in India, which of the following statements best describes the difference between 'Operational Stock' and 'Strategic Reserve' maintained by the Food Corporation of India (FCI)?

Options:

• A: Operational stock is meant for meeting the monthly distribution requirements under the TPDS and other welfare schemes, whereas Strategic Reserve is maintained to meet emergency situations like crop failures and natural disasters.
• B: Operational stock is procured and managed entirely by State Governments, whereas Strategic Reserve is managed exclusively by the Central Government.
• C: Operational stock consists only of coarse grains and wheat, whereas Strategic Reserve consists exclusively of rice.
• D: Operational stock is financed through commercial bank loans, whereas Strategic Reserve is funded directly by the Reserve Bank of India.

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