Question

Which of the following reflects the earliest understanding of food security?

• A. Affordability at all times of adequate amount of basic foodstuff
• B. Accessibility at all times of adequate amount of basic foodstuff
• C. Availability at all times of adequate amount of basic foodstuff
• D. Availability of extravagant foodstuff

Answer 1

The correct option is C Availability at all times of adequate amount of basic foodstuff

Food security is the availability, accessibility, and affordability of food for all people. But the earliest understanding of food security was limited to the availability at all times of adequate amount of basic foodstuffs. But as years passed, there were many reasons for food insecurity. Hence, two other dimensions, affordability and accessibility, were also included.