Why Food Security?
Important Questions on Why Food Security?
Find out what type of help is given to the victims of a natural calamity at a relief camp.
Can you imagine the source of livelihood of the people, (shown in two pictures) before the occurrence of famine? (In the context of a village).
Can you say that the family shown in the picture is a poor family? Why?
Which age group is seen in the picture?
What do you see in the picture?
Which year shows a drastic decline in food availability?
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Some people say that the Bengal famine happened because there was a shortage of rice. Study the table and find out whether you agree with the statement?
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What happens to the supply of food when there is a disaster or a calamity?
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How is food security affected during a calamity?
