10 Questions
What does food security refer to?
Ensuring physical and economic access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious foods
Which countries are challenged by food security issues according to the text?
China and India
What is one suggested solution to address food security issues?
Increasing production capacity and overall productivity
What was the experience of India with its targeted Public Distribution System (PDS) in the 1990s?
It worsened food security
What is the potential consequence of rationing food in developing or underdeveloped countries?
Worsening of food security
What is the foundation for food security?
Food production
What does India need to produce more of, considering the estimated population growth?
Food from diminishing per capita arable land and irrigation water resources
What does the availability of food refer to?
Physical availability of food stuff/stocks in preferred quantities
What is the current cereals production in India?
230 million tones
What does food security depend on in the Indian context?
Domestic food grain production, storage space, and transportation facilities
Test your knowledge of food security issues around the world with this quiz. Explore the challenges faced by countries with large populations, such as China and India, and the measures needed to ensure access to sufficient, safe, and nutritious food for all.
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