Question Q.16GS2GS2
Even as India experiences consistent economic growth and has achieved self-sufficiency in food production, hunger and food insecurity remain pressing concerns. Examine the factors responsible for this paradox and suggest steps to improve the situation.
Main Body
India has emerged as the fifth largest economy & have achieved consistent economic growth after their Developed countries post-COVID (IMF notice). India has also achieved self-sufficiency in food productionGreen Revolution Success. Largest exporter of Basmati Rice and largest exporter of fisheries. Shows that India has been self-sufficient in food production. Hunger & Food Insecurity remain concerning— (1) Global Hunger Index - India Ranking (129) (2) People below poverty line - (11)
3Regional Disparity — Vidarbha region, make vs Punjab & Haryana best. Factors Responsible for this Paradox (1) [Rising Inequality] → High gini Coefficient → Population Poverty (Oxfam Report) (2) [Institutional challenges] → PDS system → PCI collection & Distribution mechanism are weak → lack of coordination b/w Centre & State (3) [Lack of Awareness] → Hunger to Hidden Hunger. → Distribution of Regi: Items at PDS - seen as bad grain - disliked by people → Corruption at lower level (₹3 - 0.3 rent)
[Measures to Improve] (1) Address Nutritional Deficiency — Awareness Campaign. (2) Address corruption challenges—GPS tagged distribution system. (3) Use of ICTPeople's feedback on PDS shops QR codes & on Gram Sachait Yojana Roads (4) Use Local Self Bodies — Panchayats & Municipalties. — Tied grants on Better Hunger Outcomes. B Panir Panchayat like Model. (5) Address Inequality by—Education ( PPP in schools for better outcomes )Skilling ( PMKVY )Employment Opportunities in Tier 2 & Tier 3 cities.to Reduce [Migration]
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Topper
SURABHI YADAV
AIR 142025
Subject & Paper
GS2GS2
Topic
Issues relating to Poverty and Hunger
Paradox of Poverty
Food Security and Hunger Paradox
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249
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