The above passage implies that 1. There is a potential problem of food insecurity in India. 2. India will have to strengthen its disaster management capabilities. Which of the above assumptions is/are valid?

Passage

The rural poor across the world, including India, have contributed little to human-induced climate change, yet they are on the frontline in coping with its effects. Farmers can no longer rely on historical averages for rainfall and temperature, and the more frequent and extreme weather events, such as droughts and floods, can spell disaster. And there are new threats, such as sea level rise and the impact of melting glaciers on water supply. How significant are small farms? As many as two billion people worldwide depend on them for their food and livelihood. Small-holder farmers in India produce 41 percent of the country’s food grains, and other food items that contribute to local and national food security.

QUESTION

CSAT

Easy

Comprehension

Prelims 2019

The above passage implies that

There is a potential problem of food insecurity in India.
India will have to strengthen its disaster management capabilities.

Which of the above assumptions is/are valid?

Select an option to attempt

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct. The passage discusses the reliance of many people on small farms, which are vulnerable to climate change effects such as droughts, floods, and other extreme weather events. These challenges can disrupt food production, suggesting a risk to food security.

Statement 2 is correct. The passage highlights the increasing frequency and severity of extreme weather events like droughts and floods, which necessitate effective disaster management to mitigate their impact on people, especially smallholder farmers.