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India’s New Food Security Challenge Syllabus GS 3: Food security Why in the News? Recently, the proposed National Food Security Amendment Bill, 2026 has renewed debate on foodgrain entitlements, nutrition security, dietary diversity, population coverage, and protection of vulnerable households. Introduction India’s food security system has reduced hunger and improved access to basic food. However, …
Read MoreSARTHAK Scheme Modernises India’s Public Distribution System Operations Why in the News ? The Union Cabinet approved the SARTHAK Public Distribution System (PDS) Scheme with an outlay of ₹25,530 crore for five years. The scheme aims to modernise foodgrain distribution through advanced technologies, transparency measures, and improved last-mile delivery under the National Food Security Act …
Read MoreFertiliser Sector Reforms Needed for India’s Food Security Syllabus: GS-3: Agricultural Resources, Mobilization of Resources, Direct & Indirect Farm Subsidies GS-2: Government Policies & Interventions Why in News ? The ongoing West Asia conflict involving Iran, Israel, and the U.S. has disrupted global energy and fertiliser supply chains, raising concerns over India’s heavy import dependence. …
Read MoreSecuring India’s Food Future Amid Global Uncertainty Syllabus: GS-1: Food Security GS-2: Poverty ,Issues Relating to Poverty & Hunger GS-3: Buffer Stocks & Food Security Why in the News ? Amid rising global tensions and trade disruptions, India faces new challenges to its food and fertiliser security. With over 90% of urea dependent on imported …
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