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SSC CHSL 2020 PYQ — Question 26

SSC CHSL - 20th October 2020 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q26

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Which state in India was the first to introduce the 'Mid-day Meal Scheme' for school children?

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e Tamil Nadu.

  • The concept of providing meals to students was first introduced in 1925 in India and Tamil Nadu was the first state in India to introduce a noon meal programme in primary schools followed by Gujarat, Kerala and other states. 
  • The key objective of the MDM is to address the issues of hunger and education in schools by serving hot cooked meals.
  • It also aims to improve the nutritional status of children and improve enrollment, attendance and retention rates in schools and other education centres.