Question

Consider the following statements and select the correct options:
(A). Proteins are made of amino acids.
(B). Essential amino acids are those which the body cannot synthesise in the required amounts.
(C). Mid Day Meal Programme of Government of India exclusively targets beggars, street vendors, etc.
(D). ICDS scheme of Government of India predominantly supports the nutritional requirement of 0-6 years children in the country.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

Hint:

Remember, the Mid Day Meal Programme aims to enhance school attendance and nutrition among children, while ICDS targets early childhood nutrition and health.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

• Statement (A): Correct. Proteins are macromolecules made up of amino acids linked by peptide bonds.
• Statement (B): Correct. Essential amino acids cannot be synthesized by the human body and must be obtained through diet.
• Statement (C): Incorrect. The Mid Day Meal Programme targets school-going children, not beggars or street vendors.
• Statement (D): Correct. The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme focuses on the nutritional needs of children aged 0-6 years, along with pregnant and lactating mothers.
Therefore, the correct combination is (A), (B), and (D).