Food and Food Security

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What is the primary cause of food insecurity in India?

  1. Lack of agricultural productivity

  2. Unequal distribution of food

  3. Natural disasters

  4. Political instability


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

While all the options contribute to food insecurity, the primary cause in India is the unequal distribution of food, leading to disparities in access and affordability.

Which Indian state has the highest level of food insecurity?

  1. Bihar

  2. Madhya Pradesh

  3. Chhattisgarh

  4. Odisha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bihar consistently ranks among the states with the highest levels of food insecurity due to factors such as poverty, lack of infrastructure, and poor agricultural practices.

What is the main objective of the National Food Security Act, 2013?

  1. To provide subsidized food grains to the poor

  2. To increase agricultural productivity

  3. To promote nutrition awareness

  4. To reduce food waste


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of the National Food Security Act is to ensure food security by providing subsidized food grains to eligible households through the Public Distribution System.

What is the term used for the situation when a person is unable to consume enough food to meet their basic nutritional needs?

  1. Food insecurity

  2. Hunger

  3. Malnutrition

  4. Starvation


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Food insecurity refers to the state of being unable to consistently access or afford enough food to meet the dietary needs of a person or household.

Which of the following is a major challenge to achieving food security in India?

  1. Climate change

  2. Water scarcity

  3. Soil degradation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Climate change, water scarcity, and soil degradation are all significant challenges that impact agricultural productivity and contribute to food insecurity in India.

What is the term used for the practice of growing different crops on the same piece of land in a sequential manner?

  1. Crop rotation

  2. Intercropping

  3. Mixed cropping

  4. Monoculture


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Crop rotation involves growing different crops on the same land in a sequential order to maintain soil fertility, control pests and diseases, and improve crop yields.

Which of the following is a major source of protein in the Indian diet?

  1. Pulses

  2. Meat

  3. Eggs

  4. Fish


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Pulses, such as lentils, chickpeas, and beans, are a staple source of protein in the Indian diet, providing essential nutrients and contributing to food security.

What is the term used for the process of converting food into energy and nutrients in the body?

  1. Digestion

  2. Absorption

  3. Metabolism

  4. Excretion


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Metabolism is the process by which the body converts food into energy and nutrients, enabling the body to function properly.

Which of the following is a major cause of malnutrition in India?

  1. Poverty

  2. Lack of education

  3. Inadequate healthcare

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Poverty, lack of education, and inadequate healthcare are all contributing factors to malnutrition in India, leading to a lack of access to nutritious food and proper healthcare services.

What is the term used for the practice of preserving food by drying it?

  1. Dehydration

  2. Freezing

  3. Canning

  4. Pickling


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Dehydration is the process of removing water from food to prevent spoilage and extend its shelf life.

Which of the following is a major cereal crop grown in India?

  1. Rice

  2. Wheat

  3. Maize

  4. Sorghum


Correct Option:
Explanation:

Rice, wheat, maize, and sorghum are all major cereal crops cultivated in India, contributing significantly to the country's food security.

What is the term used for the practice of growing crops and raising livestock on the same piece of land?

  1. Agroforestry

  2. Aquaculture

  3. Permaculture

  4. Integrated farming


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Integrated farming involves combining crop cultivation and livestock raising on the same land, creating a sustainable and efficient farming system.

Which of the following is a major challenge to achieving food security in urban areas?

  1. Lack of access to land

  2. High cost of food

  3. Transportation issues

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

In urban areas, challenges such as lack of access to land, high cost of food, and transportation issues can hinder food security, particularly for vulnerable populations.

What is the term used for the practice of growing crops in vertical layers?

  1. Hydroponics

  2. Aeroponics

  3. Vertical farming

  4. Aquaponics


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Vertical farming involves growing crops in vertically stacked layers, maximizing space utilization and increasing crop yields in limited areas.

Which of the following is a major cause of food waste in India?

  1. Inadequate storage facilities

  2. Lack of transportation infrastructure

  3. Consumer behavior

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Inadequate storage facilities, lack of transportation infrastructure, and consumer behavior, such as overconsumption and improper storage, all contribute to food waste in India.

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