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Discuss the role of indigenous seed diversity in ensuring food and nutritional security. Analyse the challenges arising from the commercialization of the seed sector. Suggest suitable policy interventions.

Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country Q5.  Discuss the role of indigenous seed diversity in ensuring food and nutritional security. Analyse the challenges arising from the commercialization of the seed sector. Suggest suitable policy interventions. (15 M). Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question In the context of ongoing …

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Analyse the impact of rising temperatures on rice cultivation in India. Examine its implications for food security. Suggest suitable adaptation strategies.

Topic: Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian subcontinent); Q2. Analyse the impact of rising temperatures on rice cultivation in India. Examine its implications for food security. Suggest suitable adaptation strategies. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question Recent scientific studies indicate that rising temperatures …

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Discuss how intensive livestock production influences the evolution and transmission of zoonotic pathogens. Examine its implications for public health. Suggest measures to build resilient food production systems.

Topic: Economics of animal-rearing Q5.  Discuss how intensive livestock production influences the evolution and transmission of zoonotic pathogens. Examine its implications for public health. Suggest measures to build resilient food production systems. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question The growing evidence linking industrial livestock production, zoonotic diseases and antimicrobial resistance (AMR) …

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UPSC CURRENT AFFAIRS – 23 JULY 2026

Today's Current Affairs article primarily focuses on global food security, AI ethics, government initiatives, science & technology, and important prelims topics. It highlights the SOFI 2026 Report, which warns that over 2.6 billion people cannot afford a healthy diet, with Africa emerging as the global hunger hotspot, while India has contributed significantly to reducing undernourishment …

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The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) 2026 Report

Source: WHOSubject: Poverty and associated issues Context: The Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) along with IFAD, UNICEF, WFP, and WHO officially released The State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) 2026 report. State of Food Security and Nutrition in the World (SOFI) 2026 Report About The State of Food Security and Nutrition …

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Critically examine the proposed amendments to the National Food Security Act relating to Antyodaya Anna Yojana entitlements. Analyse their likely socio-economic implications. Suggest measures to ensure equitable food security.

Topic: Issues relating to poverty and hunger. Q4. Critically examine the proposed amendments to the National Food Security Act relating to Antyodaya Anna Yojana entitlements. Analyse their likely socio-economic implications. Suggest measures to ensure equitable food security. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: TH Why the question The proposed amendments to the National Food Security …

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Examine the implications of declining kharif sowing for India’s food security and rural economy. Analyse the major factors responsible for such declines. Suggest measures to minimise production risks.

Topic: Distribution of key natural resources across the world (including South Asia and the Indian subcontinent); Q2. Examine the implications of declining kharif sowing for India’s food security and rural economy. Analyse the major factors responsible for such declines. Suggest measures to minimise production risks. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question …

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Examine the factors responsible for India’s emergence as a leading inland fisheries producer. Evaluate the significance of inland fisheries for rural livelihoods and the challenges to their sustainable development.

Topic: factors responsible for the location of primary, secondary, and tertiary sector industries in various parts of the world (including India) Q2. Examine the factors responsible for India’s emergence as a leading inland fisheries producer. Evaluate the significance of inland fisheries for rural livelihoods and the challenges to their sustainable development. (15 M) Difficulty Level: …

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Explain the mandate of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). Evaluate its significance in contemporary global governance.

Topic: Important International institutions, agencies and fora- their structure, mandate. Q4. Explain the mandate of the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO). Evaluate its significance in contemporary global governance. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question Rising global hunger hotspots, climate shocks and conflict-driven food crises have brought the role of international organizations …

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The BRICS Indore Declaration

Source: TOISubject: International Organisation Context: India’s BRICS Presidency culminated in the adoption of the BRICS Indore Declaration during the Agriculture Ministers’ Meeting held in Indore in June 2026. The BRICS Indore Declaration About The BRICS Indore Declaration: What is it? The BRICS Indore Declaration is a unanimous joint agricultural charter adopted by BRICS member countries …

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Analyse the role of fertiliser subsidies in ensuring agricultural stability in India. Examine the major concerns associated with the present subsidy framework.

Topic: Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices; Q5. Analyse the role of fertiliser subsidies in ensuring agricultural stability in India. Examine the major concerns associated with the present subsidy framework. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question Rising global fertiliser prices and the growing subsidy burden …

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Discuss the role of soil microorganisms in nutrient cycling and crop productivity. Explain how their decline affects fertiliser-use efficiency.

Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country Q5. Discuss the role of soil microorganisms in nutrient cycling and crop productivity. Explain how their decline affects fertiliser-use efficiency. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question Soil degradation and declining soil biodiversity have emerged as major concerns for sustainable agriculture, …

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“Climate-resilient agriculture requires resilient insurance architecture”. Explain the importance of crop insurance in strengthening agricultural resilience.

Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country Q5. “Climate-resilient agriculture requires resilient insurance architecture”. Explain the importance of crop insurance in strengthening agricultural resilience. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question The increasing frequency of climate-induced agricultural losses and recent debates around technology-driven crop insurance systems like YES-TECH …

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Examine the role of bio-fortified crops in addressing micronutrient deficiencies in India. Evaluate their advantages and limitations. Suggest measures for large-scale adoption.

Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country Q5. Examine the role of bio-fortified crops in addressing micronutrient deficiencies in India. Evaluate their advantages and limitations. Suggest measures for large-scale adoption. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question Micronutrient deficiencies continue to affect health, productivity and human capital formation …

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Analyse the economic and fiscal implications of rising agricultural subsidies in India. How do they affect long-term development priorities?

Topic: Issues related to direct and indirect farm subsidies and minimum support prices; Q6. Analyse the economic and fiscal implications of rising agricultural subsidies in India. How do they affect long-term development priorities? (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: IE Why the question Due to rising concerns regarding the growing fiscal burden of agricultural subsidies …

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The persistence of food inflation despite distress sale of agricultural produce reflects deeper structural distortions in India’s agri-marketing system. Assess the factors responsible for this paradox. Examine the limitations of existing market intervention mechanisms.

Topic: transport and marketing of agricultural produce and issues and related constraints. Q5. The persistence of food inflation despite distress sale of agricultural produce reflects deeper structural distortions in India’s agri-marketing system. Assess the factors responsible for this paradox. Examine the limitations of existing market intervention mechanisms. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why …

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Examine the significance of organic farming in promoting ecological sustainability and soil health. To what extent can organic agriculture contribute to long-term agricultural resilience in India?

Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country. Q5. Examine the significance of organic farming in promoting ecological sustainability and soil health. To what extent can organic agriculture contribute to long-term agricultural resilience in India? (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: DTE Why the question Rising concerns regarding soil degradation, climate vulnerability, …

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“Input-side shocks in agriculture are often underestimated drivers of inflation in developing economies.” Examine this assertion and evaluate its impact on food security.

Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization of resources, growth, development and employment Q4. “Input-side shocks in agriculture are often underestimated drivers of inflation in developing economies.” Examine this assertion and evaluate its impact on food security. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: NIE Why the question Recent global supply disruptions and rising …

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“The Water–Food Nexus framework signifies a transition from uniform policy prescriptions to context-sensitive resource governance.” Examine its conceptual underpinnings and its relevance for India as a water-stressed food exporter. Also discuss the key challenges in its effective implementation.

Topic: Major crops cropping patterns in various parts of the country, Q5. “The Water–Food Nexus framework signifies a transition from uniform policy prescriptions to context-sensitive resource governance.” Examine its conceptual underpinnings and its relevance for India as a water-stressed food exporter. Also discuss the key challenges in its effective implementation. (15 M) Difficulty Level: Medium …

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“Food security programmes in India ensure availability but not necessarily nutritional security”. Analyse the limitations of existing schemes. Suggest measures to address nutritional deficiencies.

Topic: Issues relating to poverty and hunger Q4. “Food security programmes in India ensure availability but not necessarily nutritional security”. Analyse the limitations of existing schemes. Suggest measures to address nutritional deficiencies. (10 M) Difficulty Level: Medium Reference: InsightsIAS Why the question Rising concerns over malnutrition despite expanded food security coverage and policy shift towards …

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