Multiple choice How much water should a growing child drink daily? 2 - 3 litres 0.5 - 1 litres 6 - 8 litres 10 - 15 litres Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself A Correct answer Explanation Though water is not one of the five nutrients of balanced diet, but it is a major food component. Minimum water intake by a child should be 2 - 3 litres daily.