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According to National Family Health Survey-4 2015-16 (NFHS-4), 60.9% of the children between 06 and 56 months have severe ________.

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Iodine deficiency
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Anemia
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Malnutrition
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None
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The correct option is B Anemia
Globally, Iron deficiency is the most widely prevalent micronutrient deficiency affecting children. In India, there is a widespread occurrence of iron deficiency in rural areas as compared to urban areas. According to NFHS-4 2015-2016, 60.9% of the children between 06-56 months have severe anemia. Consequences of anemia include an increased risk of cognitive development in children, increased numbers of premature and low birth weight babies.

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