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What are the three key aspects of food security as defined in the 1996 FAO declaration?
What are the three key aspects of food security as defined in the 1996 FAO declaration?
The three key aspects are availability, accessibility, and affordability of food.
How did Amartya Sen's perspective on food security differ from earlier understandings?
How did Amartya Sen's perspective on food security differ from earlier understandings?
Amartya Sen emphasized the significance of 'entitlements' and access to food rather than just its availability.
What role does the Public Distribution System (PDS) play in food security?
What role does the Public Distribution System (PDS) play in food security?
The PDS ensures the distribution of food grains to the needy, thereby improving access to food.
What aspect of food security was recognized as essential for improving access to food in the 1995 World Food Summit?
What aspect of food security was recognized as essential for improving access to food in the 1995 World Food Summit?
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How is food availability determined according to the overview provided?
How is food availability determined according to the overview provided?
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According to the content, why are poor households more vulnerable to food insecurity?
According to the content, why are poor households more vulnerable to food insecurity?
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In what year did the understanding of food security shift significantly as noted in the chapter?
In what year did the understanding of food security shift significantly as noted in the chapter?
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In which year did India cross the 200 million tonne mark in foodgrain production?
In which year did India cross the 200 million tonne mark in foodgrain production?
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What is the purpose of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) in agriculture?
What is the purpose of the Minimum Support Price (MSP) in agriculture?
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Identify the decade during which India experienced significant growth in foodgrain production.
Identify the decade during which India experienced significant growth in foodgrain production.
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What role do granaries play in the foodgrain production process?
What role do granaries play in the foodgrain production process?
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From which government department is the data on foodgrain production sourced?
From which government department is the data on foodgrain production sourced?
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Why is the Minimum Support Price declared before the sowing season?
Why is the Minimum Support Price declared before the sowing season?
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What was the production level of foodgrains in 2010 according to the graph?
What was the production level of foodgrains in 2010 according to the graph?
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In which year did foodgrain production reach its peak in the given data?
In which year did foodgrain production reach its peak in the given data?
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How does the government ensure farmers are aware of the Minimum Support Price?
How does the government ensure farmers are aware of the Minimum Support Price?
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What was the production level of foodgrains in 2000?
What was the production level of foodgrains in 2000?
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What is Ahmad's primary source of income?
What is Ahmad's primary source of income?
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How many family members depend on Ahmad's earnings?
How many family members depend on Ahmad's earnings?
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What does Ahmad possess that helps him secure food for his family?
What does Ahmad possess that helps him secure food for his family?
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Which essential items does Ahmad obtain with his PDS card?
Which essential items does Ahmad obtain with his PDS card?
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What are some regions in India identified as having a high number of food insecure people?
What are some regions in India identified as having a high number of food insecure people?
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During what period did the NHFS report estimate around 11 crore women and children are food insecure?
During what period did the NHFS report estimate around 11 crore women and children are food insecure?
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What challenges does Ahmad face with his daily earnings?
What challenges does Ahmad face with his daily earnings?
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What impact does hunger have beyond being an expression of poverty?
What impact does hunger have beyond being an expression of poverty?
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Why does Ahmad's family live in a jhuggi?
Why does Ahmad's family live in a jhuggi?
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In which recent year did the foodgrain stock with the government reach its maximum level?
In which recent year did the foodgrain stock with the government reach its maximum level?
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What is the minimum buffer stock norm for the Food Corporation of India (FCI)?
What is the minimum buffer stock norm for the Food Corporation of India (FCI)?
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Why were the FCI granaries overflowing with foodgrains?
Why were the FCI granaries overflowing with foodgrains?
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What negative implications arise from high levels of buffer stocks for foodgrains?
What negative implications arise from high levels of buffer stocks for foodgrains?
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How has the increase in Minimum Support Prices (MSP) influenced farming practices in prosperous regions?
How has the increase in Minimum Support Prices (MSP) influenced farming practices in prosperous regions?
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What are the main items available at ration shops in India?
What are the main items available at ration shops in India?
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In which decade was the rationing system first introduced in India?
In which decade was the rationing system first introduced in India?
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What triggered the revival of rationing in the 1960s?
What triggered the revival of rationing in the 1960s?
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How many types of ration cards are there and what are they?
How many types of ration cards are there and what are they?
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What was one of the key objectives of the Public Distribution System (PDS)?
What was one of the key objectives of the Public Distribution System (PDS)?
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What was the purpose of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) introduced in 1975?
What was the purpose of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) introduced in 1975?
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What is the Food-for-Work (FFW) program?
What is the Food-for-Work (FFW) program?
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How has the administration of food programs evolved over the years?
How has the administration of food programs evolved over the years?
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What type of areas are primarily targeted by the current Poverty Alleviation Programs (PAPs)?
What type of areas are primarily targeted by the current Poverty Alleviation Programs (PAPs)?
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What is one suggested activity for understanding the function of ration shops better?
What is one suggested activity for understanding the function of ration shops better?
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Study Notes
Food Security in India
- Food security is defined as the availability, accessibility, and affordability of food for all people at all times
- Vulnerable households are more at risk during periods of food production or distribution problems
- Factors affecting food security include the Public Distribution System (PDS) and government actions
- Food security has three dimensions:
- Availability: Food production within the country, imports and storage in government granaries
- Accessibility: Food must be within reach of every person
- Affordability: Individuals must have enough money to buy sufficient, safe, and nutritious food
- Food security is crucial for a country as it ensures enough food for everyone, with the ability for all to purchase food of acceptable quality, and no barriers to accessing food
- Natural disasters can severely impact food security, leading to shortages, price increases, and potential famine
- The Bengal famine of 1943 was a devastating event, exemplified by high rice prices and resulting deaths among agricultural laborers, fishermen, and other casual workers
- Agricultural laborers, fishermen, transportation workers, and other casual employees were most affected by the dramatic increase in the price of rice in the 1943 Bengal famine.
- Seasonal famines are common in rural areas due to agricultural cycles
- The 1995 World Food Summit emphasized the importance of physical and economic access to sufficient and nutritious food for all people, recognizing poverty as a crucial factor in food insecurity
- Food insecurity disproportionately affects certain regions, including those with high poverty and where natural disasters frequently occur.
- Food insecurity often leads to starvation.
- The Green Revolution in India led to increased food grain production.
- The government has implemented buffer stock and public distribution systems to ensure food security.
- The Minimum Support Price (MSP) is a government-declared price to incentivize farmers to produce food
- The Food Corporation of India (FCI) buys and stores grains at MSP, then distributes food grains in deficit areas at a lower price
- Public Distribution System (PDS) is a government regulated system of distribution of food grains to the poor at affordable prices
- Cooperatives play a role in food security in various parts of the country
- The National Food Security Act (NFSA) ensures food security for specific sections of the population
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This quiz explores the concept of food security in India, focusing on its definition, dimensions, and the factors that affect it, such as the Public Distribution System and government actions. Understand the implications of food security on vulnerable households and how natural disasters can disrupt this essential resource. Test your knowledge on this critical issue that affects millions.
