Question

According to the Food Security Act passed in 2013, what is a key feature regarding the government's obligation?

• A. Food security is a goal to be achieved eventually
• B. Food security is the legal obligation of the government
• C. The private sector is solely responsible for food security
• D. Citizens must pay a premium for food security

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Food security is the legal obligation of the government

Food security in Kerala

• Kerala is not self-sufficient in food, depends on other states for food.
  

• Kerala has a strong Public Distribution System to ensure food security and it provides food items and other essential commodities to people at reasonable prices. The entire chain of such organisations are controlled by the government. Many agencies also function with the objective of providing essential commodities to people at fair price.

• Food Security Act- the Parliament passed the bill in 2013. Features:
  

• Food security is the legal obligation of the government.

• Ensure adequate, nutritious and high quality food items at fair price to all people.

• Availability of food is a legal right of citizens.

• Food security is essentially built on four pillars:

1. Availability

2. Access

3. Utilization

4. Stability