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Which of the following was the first State in India to introduce the midday meal scheme in all government elementary schools to provide children with cooked lunch?
Which of the following was the first State in India to introduce the midday meal scheme in all government elementary schools to provide children with cooked lunch?
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Tamil Nadu was the first state to introduce the midday meal scheme, which has since been expanded to other states.
Updated On: Feb 15, 2025
- Andhra Pradesh
- Tamil Nadu
- Kerala
- Karnataka
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The Correct Option is B
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The midday meal scheme was first introduced in Tamil Nadu in 1920s to provide free meals to children, improving their nutrition and encouraging school attendance. Later, this scheme was adopted by other states in India as well.
Thus, the correct answer is (B) Tamil Nadu.
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