Question

With reference to India, consider the following statements about the Mid-Day Meal Scheme.
1. Provision of assistance for cooking cost of all the states and Union Territories are same throughout the country.
2. Provision of assistance of financial assistance to all the states is 90% of the project cost.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• A. Only 1
• B. Only 2
• C. Both 1 and 2
• D. Neither 1 nor 2

Answer 1

The correct option is D Neither 1 nor 2

Mid-Day Meal scheme is implemented to provide nutritious food to school children. The finances are shared by the Centre and the State government wherein Centre 60% of the cost while 40% is paid by the State government. Different states contribute different amounts towards the scheme. 15 states and three union territories also receive international assistance.