Food Security and Public Distribution System

WHO Defines Food Security to exists when all people, at all times, have physical, social and economic access to sufficient, safe and nutritious food which meets their dietary needs and food preferences for an active and healthy life. Food security has three interlinked contents such as :- Availability of food, Access to food and absorption of food. Food … Read more

Malnutrition

WHO Defines Malnutrition as “Malnutrition refers to deficiencies, excesses, or imbalances in a person’s intake of energy and/or nutrients. The term malnutrition addresses 3 broad groups of conditions: undernutrition, which includes wasting (low weight-for-height), stunting (low height-for-age) and underweight (low weight-for-age); micronutrient-related malnutrition, which includes micronutrient deficiencies (a lack of important VITAMINS and Minerals) or … Read more

Food scarcity

  According to FAO Food Security  is “a situation in which all people at all times have access to adequate quantities of safe and nutritious food to lead a healthy and active life”. This definition requires three basic conditions to be met: 1) adequacy, i.e. supplies from domestic production, stocks and imports are sufficient to meet the … Read more

Poverty in India

Here is a list of subtopics on poverty in India: Causes of Poverty in India Effects of poverty in India Measures to reduce poverty in India Government initiatives to reduce poverty in India NGOs working to reduce poverty in India Challenges in reducing poverty in India The future of poverty in India I hope this … Read more

Seva Bhoj Yojana: Providing Nourishment with Dignity

Seva Bhoj Yojana: Providing Nourishment with Dignity Introduction: In a nation where hunger and malnutrition continue to be pressing concerns, the provision of affordable and nutritious food is a fundamental pillar of social welfare. Recognizing this need, the Indian government has implemented various schemes aimed at ensuring food security for its citizens. Among these initiatives, … Read more

National Food Security Act (NFSA) 2013: A Landmark towards Food for All

National Food Security Act (NFSA) 2013: A Landmark towards Food for All The right to food is a fundamental human right, enshrined in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights and recognized by various international conventions. However, achieving food security, which encompasses access to safe, nutritious, and sufficient food for all, remains a significant challenge for … Read more

National Nutrition Mission (POSHAN Abhiyaan): Building a Healthy and Nourished India

National Nutrition Mission (POSHAN Abhiyaan): Building a Healthy and Nourished India Introduction India, a nation of over 1.3 billion people, faces a significant challenge in ensuring adequate nutrition for its citizens. Malnutrition, in its various forms, continues to plague the country, impacting physical and cognitive development, compromising productivity, and hindering overall well-being. Recognizing the gravity … Read more