Question
'In the wake of the high incidence of poverty levels as reported by the NSSO in the mid-1970's three important food intervention programmes were introduced'.
Mention these programmes.
Solution
These programmes are:
(i)Food for work - Food for work was introduced in 1977-78. Under this food was given to poor workers instead of money wages.
(ii)Public Distribution System - The food procured by the FCI is distributed through govt. regulated ration shops among the poorer section of the society. This is called the PDS.
(iii)Integrated child development service - Integrated child development service was introduced in 1975. Under this basic necessities were provided to childern.
