1. The Ministry of Ayush is a knowledge partner with the Ministry of Women and Child Development in the Poshan Abhiyan to achieve the goal of “SUPOSHIT BHARAT”.
  2. Ministry of Ayush provides technical guidance and support based on Ayush principles for regional and seasonal variations in the body.
  3. Ministry of Ayush has developed dietary advisories for various groups and endorsed them to the Ministry of Women and Child Development.
  4. Ministry of Ayush has created four yoga modules for Anganwadi beneficiaries including children, adolescent girls, pregnant women and lactating mothers.
  5. The Government of India has approved the “Saksham Anganwadi and Poshan 2.0” scheme to address maternal nutrition, infant and young child feeding norms, and wellness through Ayush practices.
  6. Mission Poshan 2.0 has a total financial implication of ₹1,81,703 crores, comprising Central and State share.
  7. The focus of Poshan 2.0 is on maternal nutrition, infant and young child feeding norms, treatment of malnutrition and wellness through Ayush practices.
  8. Poshan 2.0 is based on the pillars of Convergence, Governance, and Capacity-building with Poshan Abhiyan as the key pillar for Outreach.
  9. Mission Poshan 2.0 integrates strategies such as corrective strategies, nutrition awareness strategies, communication strategies, and creation of green eco-systems.
  10. The ultimate goal of Poshan 2.0 is to achieve “Kuposhan Mukt Bharat” or a malnourishment-free India.

MCQs Based on Poshan Abhiyaan

  1. Poshan Abhiyaan is a scheme launched by the Government of India to tackle what problem?
    A. Poverty
    B. Hunger
    C. Malnutrition
    D. All of the above
    Correct Answer: C. Malnutrition
    Explanation
    Poshan Abhiyaan, also known as the National Nutrition Mission, was launched by the Government of India in 2018 with the objective of improving nutritional outcomes for children, pregnant women, and lactating mothers. The scheme focuses specifically on reducing the level of malnutrition and stunting among children, as well as addressing micronutrient deficiencies among women and children.
    Source: Ministry of Women & Child Development, Government of India

  2. What is the primary target group of Poshan Abhiyaan?
    A. Women and children
    B. Elderly population
    C. Rural populations
    D. Urban populations
    Correct Answer: A. Women and children
    Explanation
    Poshan Abhiyaan primarily targets women and children, as they are the most vulnerable to malnutrition and micronutrient deficiencies. The scheme aims to improve the nutritional status of children under the age of two, as well as pregnant women and lactating mothers. Additionally, the scheme also focuses on increasing awareness and improving the delivery of nutrition-related services in order to reduce the levels of malnutrition in India.
    Source: Ministry of Women & Child Development, Government of India

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