CURRENT AFFAIRS

2018

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Gujarat CM Vijay Rupani launched ’Purna’ project to eliminate malnutrition among girls in the age group of 14 to 18, at an allocated cost of
A
Rs 240 crore
B
Rs 250 crore
C
Rs 270 crore
D
Rs 280 crore
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Malnutrition was a major challenge here two decades ago when Gujarat gave me the opportunity to serve. Since then we started working in this direction one after the other, the fruitful results of which are being seen today. Mukhyamantri Matrushakti Yojana has been launched for the sisters of Gujarat today.

Detailed explanation-2: -The motto behind the “Mathru Purna” scheme is to provide nutritious meal for at least once a day to the poor women who are lactating mothers or are pregnant. These are the two phases where the women need special care and nutritional needs.

Detailed explanation-3: -To strengthen growth monitoring and evaluation system and bringing in subject specialist. Improving Infant and Young Child Feeding (IYCF) practices to reduce malnutrition. Mass awareness (IEC) on nutrition related issues including IYCF and healthy food habits through a community based approach.

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