| Consider the following statements related to Hunger and Malnutrition (HUNGAMA) survey related to child malnutrition. Which of the following are the findings of the survey report? |
| 1. A reduction in the prevalence of child malnutrition is observed. |
| 2. Girls nutrition advantage over boys fades away with time. |
| 3. Hand washing with soap is a common practice among people. |
| 4. Anganwadi centres are widespread but not always efficient. |
| Select the correct answer using the codes given below. |
A) 2 and 4
B) 1, 2 and 4
C) 2, 3 and 4
D) All of these
Correct Answer: B
Solution :
[b] Statement 1 is correct, as the report observed that child malnutrition level has been reduced to 42% from 53%, Statement 3 is incorrect, because specifically observed that hand washing with soap is not a common practice. Apart from Statement 1, 2 and 4, the report also found that the birth weight is an important risk factor for child malnutrition and mother's education level determines children's nutrition etc.
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