Social Fridge adopted by Argentina

Q.  What is another name for the social fridge which was born in the recent economic crisis of EU?
- Published on 12 May 16

a. Solidarity fridge
b. Friendship fridge
c. Eternal fridge
d. Societal fridge

ANSWER: Solidarity fridge
 
Argentina adopting it to feed the needy ones who are facing the hardship due to increase in job cuts and inflation in the country.
  • The genesis of ‘social fridge’ or ‘solidarity fridge’ lies in the recent economic crisis of Europe during which countries like Spain and Germany saw the mushrooming of such fridges.
  • It is called so because people leave food in outdoor "social fridges" for those who need it. The fridges typically stand on the sidewalk outside restaurants.
  • As of now some 57 “social fridges” are operating in Argentina.

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