Question

How are the poor vulnerable in terms of nutrition and health?

• A. Starvation and hunger
• B. Malnutrition is alarmingly high
• C. Serious illness makes them physically weak
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

Answer: (D)

All of the above

The poor are highly vulnerable. Many do not get to have even two meals a day. Starvation and hunger are the key features of the poorest households. Malnutrition is alarmingly high among the poor. Ill health, disability or serious illness makes them physically weak.