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Justice Hunger

Asked 3 times in UPSC Mains · first asked 2013 · last asked 2019 · 35 total marks

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There is a growing divergence in the relationship between poverty and hunger in India. The shrinking of social expenditure by the government is forcing the poor to spend more on Non- Food essential items squeezing their food \u2013 budget.- Elucidate.

2019GS-210 marks

How far do you agree with the view that the focus on lack of availability of food as the main cause of hunger takes the attention away from ineffective human development policies in India?

2018GS-215 marks

The concept of Mid Day Meal (MDM) scheme is almost a century old in India with early beginnings in Madras Presidency in pre-independent India. The scheme has again been given impetus in most states in the last two decades. Critically examine its twin objectives, latest mandates and success.

2013GS-210 marks