Multiple choice

During which Five Year plan was the Mid Day Meals scheme for school children commenced?

  1. Seventh plan

  2. Eighth Plan

  3. Sixth Plan

  4. Ninth Plan

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B Correct answer
Explanation

The Mid-Day Meal Scheme was launched on August 15, 1995, which falls within the period of the Eighth Five-Year Plan (1992-1997). The scheme aims to improve the nutritional status of school-age children nationwide. It also helps in increasing school enrollment and attendance.