Consider the following statements regarding “National Nutrition Mission (NNM) or POSHAN Abhiyan”: 1. It was launched in 2017. 2. Its objective is to reduce stunting in identified Districts of India with the highest malnutrition burden. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

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[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation: National Nutrition Mission (NNM) or POSHAN Abhiyan:

It was launched in 2017 to monitor, supervise, fix targets and guide nutrition-related interventions across the Ministries.

The objective of POSHAN Abhiyaan is to reduce stunting in identified Districts of India with the highest malnutrition burden by improving utilization of key Anganwadi Services.
It aims to ensure holistic development and adequate nutrition for pregnant women, mothers and children.

Source: FORUMIAS