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Class IX Subject: Economics

Lesson: Food Security in India

Class Work Questions

Answer the following:


1.Explain the various dimensions of food security.
2.How is food security affected during a calamity?
3.Differentiate between the two types of hunger.
4.Throw light on the advantages of Public Distribution System.
5.State the adverse effects of -A) Enhanced MSP B)High Level of Buffer Stock.
6.Discuss the shortcomings of the PDS.
7. Highlight the significant role played by the Cooperatives in ensuring food security in
India.
II]What do the following terms mean? Depict through a mind -map
a) Minimum Support Price
b) Issue Price
c)Buffer Stock
d)Food Corporation of India.
e) Fair Price Shops

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