With reference to "National Food Security Act", which of the following statements are correct?

1. It will cover up to 75% rural and 50% urban population.

2. It has special focus on nutritional support to women and children.

3. It was enforced on July 5, 2010.

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UPPSC PCS Prelims 2024 Official GS Paper-I

Answer 1

The Correct answer is Option 4.

Key Points

Statement 1 : The National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013, ensures food security to 75% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population by providing subsidized food grains. Hence Correct.
Statement 2 : The Act emphasizes the importance of nutritional support, especially for women and children, to address malnutrition and hunger issues in vulnerable sections of society. Hence Correct.
Statement 3 : The National Food Security Act was passed by the Indian Parliament and came into effect on July 5, 2013. Hence Incorrect.
Hence Option 4 is Correct.