Questions and Answers
What is the main purpose of the National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013?
Which program primarily addresses malnutrition among young children and women?
What distinguishes the Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS) from the regular Public Distribution System (PDS)?
What role does the Food Corporation of India (FCI) primarily play in food security?
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Which of the following is a significant feature of the Mid-Day Meal Scheme?
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Which initiative was launched to provide free food grains during the COVID-19 pandemic?
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How does the National Agricultural Policy aim to contribute to food security?
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What does the Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana specifically address?
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What is a primary benefit of the Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA)?
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Which program is key for distributing food grains to vulnerable populations in India?
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Study Notes
Food Security of India: Government Policies
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National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013
- Aims to provide subsidized food grains to approximately two-thirds of India's population.
- Ensures legal entitlement to food for eligible households.
- Provides 5 kg of grains per person per month at highly subsidized rates.
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Public Distribution System (PDS)
- A key instrument under NFSA to distribute food grains.
- Operates through a network of fair price shops.
- Focuses on ensuring access to food for vulnerable populations.
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Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS)
- Divides beneficiaries into two categories: Below Poverty Line (BPL) and Above Poverty Line (APL).
- Aims to prioritize food access for poorer households.
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Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS)
- Addresses malnutrition and food security for children under six and pregnant/lactating women.
- Provides supplementary nutrition, health education, and immunization services.
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Mid-Day Meal Scheme
- Provides free lunches to school children to enhance nutritional status and encourage school attendance.
- Targets children in government and government-aided schools.
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Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana
- Launched during the COVID-19 pandemic to provide free food grains to the poor.
- Ensures additional food security measures in crisis situations.
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National Agricultural Policy
- Seeks to increase agricultural productivity and ensure food security.
- Promotes sustainable farming practices and technological advancements.
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Food Corporation of India (FCI)
- Responsible for procurement, storage, and distribution of food grains.
- Plays a critical role in maintaining buffer stocks to stabilize food prices.
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Rural Employment Schemes
- Mahatma Gandhi National Rural Employment Guarantee Act (MGNREGA) provides guaranteed wage employment, improving food access through income.
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Skill Development Initiatives
- Programs aimed at enhancing skills in agricultural practices to improve productivity and food security.
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Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
- Regulates food safety and ensures quality standards to protect public health and enhance food security.
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Climate Resilience Initiatives
- Government invests in sustainable agriculture practices to combat climate change and ensure long-term food security.
National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013
- Provides subsidized food grains to about two-thirds of India's population.
- Grants legal entitlement to food for eligible households.
- Offers 5 kg of grains per person per month at heavily subsidized rates.
Public Distribution System (PDS)
- Operates under NFSA as a main mechanism for food distribution.
- Utilizes a network of fair price shops to ensure food access.
- Aims to support vulnerable populations in obtaining food.
Targeted Public Distribution System (TPDS)
- Classifies beneficiaries as Below Poverty Line (BPL) and Above Poverty Line (APL).
- Focuses on prioritizing food access for the poorer demographics.
Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS)
- Tackles malnutrition and enhances food security for children under six and pregnant/lactating women.
- Provides supplementary nutrition, health education, and immunization services to promote overall health.
Mid-Day Meal Scheme
- Offers free lunches to children in government and government-aided schools.
- Aims to improve nutritional status and encourage school attendance.
Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Anna Yojana
- Initiated during the COVID-19 pandemic to deliver free food grains to the impoverished.
- Provides additional food security measures during crisis situations.
National Agricultural Policy
- Aims to boost agricultural productivity and ensure food security.
- Encourages sustainable farming practices and the adoption of modern technologies.
Food Corporation of India (FCI)
- Takes charge of procurement, storage, and distribution of food grains across the country.
- Maintains buffer stocks to keep food prices stable.
Rural Employment Schemes
- MGNREGA guarantees wage employment which enhances access to food through improved income.
Skill Development Initiatives
- Programs designed to enhance agricultural skill sets leading to increased productivity and food security.
Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI)
- Regulates food safety and enforces quality standards to ensure public health and enhance food security.
Climate Resilience Initiatives
- Government invests in sustainable agriculture to mitigate climate change impacts and secure long-term food availability.
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Explore the various government initiatives aimed at enhancing food security in India. This quiz covers significant policies such as the National Food Security Act, Public Distribution System, and Integrated Child Development Services. Understand how these programs work to support vulnerable populations and combat malnutrition.
