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National Institute of Nutrition

NATIONAL INSTITUTE OF NUTRITION   For: Preliminary & Mains Topic covers: NIN findings in Karnataka’s schools, Akshya Patra foundation, NIN – its objectives and mandates   News Flash The National Institute of Nutrition (NIN) stands by its findings certifying mid-day meals without onion and garlic provided by the Akshaya Patra Foundation (APF) in Karnataka schools as compliant with nutritional norms laid down by the State government.   Issue In January, 2019, the Karnataka government had…

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Shaadi Bhagya Scheme

SHAADI BHAGYA SCHEME   For: Preliminary Topic covers: Advantages, Features, Failure of scheme   News Flash Government of Karnataka has introduced Shaadi Bhagya Scheme (formally called Bidaai) in the year 2013 for the of minorities, has been faltering with more than a quarter of all applications pending, while the amount due to beneficiaries is nearly three times the scheme’s annual budget. The scheme which provides ₹50,000 financial assistance to women from Muslim, Christian, Jain, Buddhist…

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