Study Chapter Details
The chapter “Food Security in India” in the UP Board Class 9th Social Science Book (Economics) explains how India ensures that all citizens have access to sufficient, nutritious, and affordable food. It defines food security as the availability, accessibility, and affordability of food for every individual.
Students learn about the Public Distribution System (PDS), Buffer Stock, and key government initiatives like the National Food Security Act (2013) that aim to reduce hunger and malnutrition. The chapter also discusses the role of the Food Corporation of India (FCI) in procurement and storage, and the challenges of food shortage, wastage, and inequality.
Aligned with the UP Board syllabus, this chapter helps students understand India’s efforts toward achieving self-sufficiency in food production. It promotes awareness about the importance of sustainable agriculture and the collective responsibility to maintain food security for all.
