Consider the following statements and identify which one(s) is/are incorrect.
1. The ‘Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0’ scheme has been implemented under the National Food Security Act, 2003.
2. It is an ongoing, Central Government-sponsored scheme under the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
3. It is extended to children aged below 6 years only.
4. Six services are provided under this scheme through the National Health Mission and Public Health Infrastructure.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Only 1, 3 and 4.
- Statement 1 (Incorrect): The scheme is implemented under the National Food Security Act, 2013, not 2003.
- Statement 2 (Correct): It is a Central Government-sponsored scheme under the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
- Statement 3 (Incorrect): The scheme is not limited to children below 6 years; it also includes pregnant women, lactating mothers, and adolescent girls.
- Statement 4 (Incorrect): The six services are provided through Anganwadi Centers, not the National Health Mission or Public Health Infrastructure.