Per cap grain availability has averaged over 300 Kg/year between 2000-10. Yet we continue to see a high incidence of malnutrition and malnourished deaths. WHO estimates 178 million malnourished children around the world.
Clearly, food production is not yet a bottleneck, and hunger is perhaps a direct consequence of the utter poverty of the lowest income groups.
The increasing number of agricultural land acquisitions in the lower income economies, by the advanced nations, is incredible, and highlights the role of govt policies and safety nets.
India's Food Security Bill is a commendable step towards achieving food security. However, more than intention, it is implementation which will determine the success of food security.
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