FUTURE TRENDS IN FOOD TECHNOLOGY
GLOBALIZATION AND FOOD SECURITY
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Detailed explanation-1: -Answer: On 1st April, 2000 a new Scheme known as Annapurna Scheme was launched. This scheme aimed at providing food security to meet the requirement of those senior citizens who, though eligible, have remained uncovered under the NOAPS.
Detailed explanation-2: -The Annapurna Scheme was launched by the Ministry of Rural Development in the year 2000-2001.
Detailed explanation-3: -Under this scheme, 10 Kgs of food grains is distributed per month free of cost to destitute above the age of 65 years with no or meager subsistence.
Detailed explanation-4: -Explanation: The Annapurna Scheme was launched to meet the demands of and secure a better living condition for the Senior Citizens, who were the main target demographic of this scheme.
Detailed explanation-5: -The Annapurna Scheme is a centrally sponsored scheme which has been executed since 1st April, 2001 in this state. This scheme has been amalgamated in to the State Plan since year 2002-03.