Topic: issues of buffer stocks and food security;
5. Ensuring food security to the poor is not only essential to protect them from another impending global food crisis, but also important for alleviating distress in our rural economy. Analyse. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Live Mint
Why the question:
The Global Drought Observatory has reported that drought is likely to affect 47% of European soil. The latest EU forecast suggests a decline of 16% for maize to 5% for wheat and 8-10% for edible oil. With parts of Ukraine witnessing lower sowing due to the war, the net impact of global food supply shocks will be felt everywhere.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about factors that can lead to a global food crisis and steps needed to safeguard India’s vulnerable.
Directive:
Analyse – When asked to analyse, you must examine methodically the structure or nature of the topic by separating it into component parts and present them in a summary.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context.
Body:
First, write the concerns associated with a possible impending global food crisis and factors that are leading towards it.
Next, highlight the vulnerability of India to any possible food crisis and how it will affect the poor and the overall impact.
Next, write about the steps that are needed this regard to mitigate adverse impact of global food crisis.
Conclusion:
Conclude by writing a way forward.
