Identify which is NOT the objective of the 'Mid-Day Meal' scheme in government schools.
A
Improving attendance
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B
Improving socialisation
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C
Avoiding malnutrition
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D
Keeping school clean
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Solution
The correct option is D Keeping school clean The objectives of this meal include protecting children from classroom hunger and improving attendance in classrooms. The scheme also improves socialisation among students and addresses the issue of malnutrition among school-going students. Keeping schools clean is not an objective of the 'Mid-Day Meal' scheme.