The article discusses the opposition from Tamil Nadu and Kerala to proposed amendments in the National Food Security Act (NFSA).The Centre plans to shift from a household-based entitlement system to a per capita basis, limiting each household to a maximum of 35 kg of food grains monthly.Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C.Joseph Vijay and Kerala Food Minister Anoop Jacob have raised concerns, arguing that smaller families would face reduced allocations.Tamil Nadu fears a drop in rice distribution, while Kerala highlights the impact on nuclear families.The states emphasize their historical role in food distribution systems and warn of financial burdens.Critics argue the amendment could create a North-South divide in allocations.The Centre seeks to address intra-household inequities but faces resistance from states wary of losing beneficiary numbers.The debate underscores tensions between central policies and state-specific needs in food security.