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National Food Security Act (NFSA), 2013

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Central or state Act — primary legislation passed by the legislature. Carries binding force and shapes the rules under which citizens, institutions, and markets operate.

Summary

Legally entitled up to 75% of rural and 50% of urban population to receive subsidised food grains under the Targeted Public Distribution System. Made food security a legal right, covering approximately 82 crore people.

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TypeAct

SourceHistorical Record (Curated)

PublishedThursday, 12 September 2013

Affected Population~350 million BPL population, 140 million elderly

Key Numbers

PM-JAY: 55 crore beneficiaries

MGNREGA: Rs 86,000 crore annual outlay

NSAP pensions: 3 crore beneficiaries

Agri budget: Rs 1.52 lakh crore (2025-26)

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UPA IICongress-led UPA

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