Question

Consider the following statements about the 'Mid-Day Meal' Scheme:
(A) The Scheme runs under the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
(B) This Scheme covers students from class 1 to 8.
(C) The Mid-Day Meal is distributed during vacation also.
(D) Generally, Mid-Day Meal is distributed on school days.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

• A. (A), (B) and (D) only.
• B. (A), (B) and (C) only.
• C. (A), (B), (C) and (D).
• D. (B), (C) and (D) only.

Hint:

Remember, the Mid-Day Meal Scheme is under the Ministry of Education and operates during school days only.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is D

The 'Mid-Day Meal' Scheme, now known as PM POSHAN (Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman), is implemented by the Ministry of Education, not the Ministry of Women and Child Development. The scheme provides free cooked meals to children in government and government-aided schools, covering students from class 1 to 8. The meals are generally distributed on school days and are not provided during school vacations. The primary objectives are to improve nutritional status and enhance school attendance.