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Q. Consider the following statements regarding “Anganwadi Services Scheme”:
1.It is an integral part of the Integrated Child Development Service (ICDS) scheme.
2.It is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme under the ministry of social justice and empowerment.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: A

Notes:

Explanation: Anganwadi system, launched under Anganwadi Services Scheme (now renamed as Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0), is an integral part of Integrated Child Development Service (ICDS) scheme.

Anganwadi Services Scheme is a Centrally Sponsored Scheme under MoWCD.

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