Why are few states of India food insecure?

This article addresses the imperative of food security in India in the context of persistent prevalence of malnutrition despite several years of rapid growth. .... This is quite apart from a parallel discourse that argues for a rights‐based approach to food security so that primary responsibility rests with the state. read more

The economically-backward states with high incidence of poverty are more food insecure in India. The states of Uttar Pradesh (eastern and south-eastern parts), Bihar, Jharkhand, Orissa, West Bengal, Chattisgarh, parts of Madhya Pradesh and Maharashtra account for the largest number of food insecure people in the country. read more