Food Security

4. (7) – The seasonal rains in India crucial for agricultural activities.
7. (10) – The process of gathering mature crops from the fields.
8. (10) – Chemicals used in agriculture to protect crops from pests and diseases.
13. (12) – A condition resulting from a lack of proper nutrition, often due to insufficient food or poor food quality.
14. (11) – Chemical substances added to soil to improve its fertility and increase crop yields.
15. (10) – The artificial application of water to soil, often used in farming to grow crops.

1. (5) – A staple crop widely grown in India and used to make flour for bread, roti, and other foods.
2. (7) – A prolonged dry period affecting the water supply, which impacts food production.
3. (7) – A group of food crops that are commonly used as staples, such as rice, wheat, and maize.
5. (7) – The practice of cultivating crops and raising animals for food and raw materials.
6. (12) – The ability to maintain food production without depleting natural resources.
9. (11) – The practice of farming, including cultivation of the soil and livestock.
10. (9) – The process of converting waste into reusable material, important for reducing food waste.
11. (7) – A nutrient essential for body functions, found in foods like legumes, meat, and dairy.
12. (9) – The process of providing or obtaining the food necessary for health and growth.