Question

Which of the following best describes the food security situation in Kerala?

1. Kerala is self-sufficient in food production and does not depend on other states.
2. Kerala relies on other states for food and has a robust Public Distribution System (PDS) to ensure food security.
3. Kerala's food security is managed entirely by private agencies.

• A. None of these
• B. 2, 3
• C. 2 only
• D. 1, 2

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 2 only

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