Food Security and Insecurity Concepts

The video discusses food security in India, emphasizing its dimensions: availability, accessibility, and affordability. It highlights the vulnerability of poor households to food insecurity, especially during calamities like droughts and famines. Historical famines, such as the Bengal famine, are mentioned alongside current issues in regions like Orissa and Rajasthan. The video identifies groups most affected by food insecurity, including landless people and urban poor, and stresses the need for a robust public distribution system to ensure food security for all.

What are the three main dimensions of food security?

• Availability, Accessibility, Affordability

• Production, Distribution, Consumption

• Quality, Quantity, Safety

• Import, Export, Stockpiling

What does 'availability' in food security refer to?

• The nutritional value of food

• The presence of food in local markets

• The ability to purchase food online

• The production and import of food

What does 'affordability' in food security imply?

• Food is free for everyone

• Individuals have enough money to buy nutritious food

• Food is only available in bulk

• Food is only available during certain seasons

Why is food security particularly important during natural disasters?

• Because it ensures the availability of luxury foods

• Because it prevents the need for international aid

• Because it helps maintain stable food prices and access

• Because it increases food exports

How can a natural calamity like a drought affect food security?

• By improving food quality

• By decreasing food production and increasing prices

• By increasing food exports

• By stabilizing food markets

What was a significant consequence of the Bengal Famine of 1943?

• Increased food exports

• Widespread deaths due to starvation

• Improved agricultural techniques

• Higher food prices globally

Which regions in India have experienced famine-like conditions in recent years?

• Chennai and Bangalore

• Mumbai and Delhi

• Kalahandi and Kashipur in Orissa

• Punjab and Haryana

What is a key characteristic of a famine?

• Abundance of food

• Widespread deaths due to starvation

• Increased food imports

• Stable food prices

Who are most affected by food insecurity in rural areas of India?

• Tech industry workers

• Government officials

• Corporate employees

• Landless laborers and traditional artisans

In urban areas, which group is most likely to face food insecurity?

• Low-wage workers in seasonal jobs

• Retired individuals

• High-income professionals

• University students