Which of the following schemes increased the enrolment ratio in primary schools in various parts of India?

Rashtriya Madhyamik Shiksha Abhiyan

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Midday Meal Scheme

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Scheme of Vocational Education

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National Means-cum-merit Scholarship Scheme

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The correct option is B Midday Meal Scheme
The Midday Meal Scheme is a programme that provides food to school-going children in government schools. The scheme drastically increased the enrolment ratio in primary schools in various parts of India. It thus reduced the burden on low-income families and encouraged them to send their children to school.

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