GS I›E-3.1.2›Food security — NFSA 2013, PDS, FCI

Food security — NFSA 2013, PDS, FCI

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Exam Strategy

UPSC tests NFSA 2013 provisions (eligibility, entitlements, coverage) and PDS mechanics (fair price shops, transparency) regularly. Questions focus on beneficiary identification, portability across states, and FCI's role in procurement-distribution. Avoid confusing NFSA with earlier Food Security Act 2001; exam expects distinction between targeted (APL/BPL) and universal models.

High-yield hooks
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NFSA 2013: 67% rural, 50% urban population covered

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PDS trinity: FCI procures, states distribute, fair price shops retail

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Aadhaar-enabled PDS (AEPDS) for transparency and leakage control

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FCI maintains buffer stock to stabilize foodgrain markets

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NFSA guarantees 5 kg/person/month at subsidized rates

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