Question

Which of the following is NOT considered one of the four pillars of food security?

• A. Availability
• B. Affordability
• C. Utilization
• D. Stability

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Affordability

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