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What are the different dimensions of food security? Examine India's status in terms of ensuring food security with regard to these dimensions. (Answer in 150 Words)

Introduction

India faces a 'development paradox' where in being a self sufficient in food production, 147.9 population still suffers from malnutrition.

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Main Body

Food security refers to a condition where food is available, affordable and accessible to every section of society and has the following dimensions: (1) Calorie security: Calorie input should be fulfilled vis-a-vis 2000 kcal/day demand. (2) Nutrition security: balanced diet RDI is to avoid 'hidden hunger' (i.e. lack of vitamins & minerals) (3) Quality of food: is not just quantity but quality of food should also be ensured. Esp low quality meals served in mid-day meal. (4) Consistency in availability, affordability & accessibility & not just sporadic availability for food distribution during election campaign.

— Suvan Sharma · AIR 148

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Conclusion

India's Status → 147. malnutrition. 69%.9 → 37%. stunting lesion 5yr old deaths due to lack of nutrition. Today, focus has shifted from calorie security to Nutrition security & maintaining quality & consistency. Renewed attention on 'Shree Anna' millets which provide better nutrition & One Nation One Ration (as are steps in right direction to ensure SDG-2 (No Hunger) is achieved.

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AIR 1482024

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Agriculture and Food Security

Food Security

Dimensions of Food Security

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