Abstract

Food security and social justice are deeply interconnected concepts that play a crucial role in shaping the socio-economic stability of developing countries. Despite significant advancements in agricultural production and global food distribution systems a large portion of the population in developing nations continues to face chronic hunger malnutrition and unequal access to nutritious food. This research paper examines the structural inequalities that contribute to food insecurity and highlights how social justice frameworks can address these disparities. The study explores factors such as poverty land ownership patterns climate change gender inequality and policy failures that influence food distribution and accessibility. It further analyzes how marginalized communities including small farmers women and indigenous populations are disproportionately affected by food insecurity. The paper emphasizes the need for inclusive policies equitable resource distribution and sustainable agric