A comparative study of the public distribution systems of foodgrains in India and China is expected to reveal lessons and experiences that are valuable to policymakers. This is particularly important for developing countries in their endeavour to ensure food security. This paper undertakes such...

This paper examines the incidence of consumption smoothing or risk sharing among the above and below poverty households in India. The results suggest partial risk sharing activities between households either within the same village or within their same ethnic groups. The results of insurance...

Summary Modern retail is quickly becoming an important driver of change in food markets in developing countries. However, the impact of this development on basic food prices facing urban consumers is not well understood. In a detailed case study of Delhi, modern retail is shown to emerge...