UPPCS 2019 Pre

With reference to the National Food Security Act, which of the following statements is/are correct? I. It will cover upto 75 percent rural and 50 percent urban population. II. Special focus on nutritional support to women and children. III. Eldest woman of above 18 years age will be head of household. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:

Verified Answer
A. I and II are correct
B. II and III are correct
C. I, II and III are correct
D. None of these

Explanation:

The National Food Security Act (NFSA) aims to cover up to 75% of the rural population and 50% of the urban population (Statement I). It also places special emphasis on nutritional support for women and children (Statement II). Furthermore, for the purpose of issuing ration cards, the eldest woman of the household, aged 18 years or above, is designated as the head of the household (Statement III). Therefore, all three statements are correct.