ICDS and Nutrition Programs

Regarding the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme in India, all of the following are core components EXCEPT:

Regarding nutrition-related indicators and targets under India's nutrition programs, all of the following statements are TRUE EXCEPT:

A public health officer in rural Maharashtra is comparing the Pradhan Mantri Poshan Shakti Nirman (PM POSHAN) scheme with the traditional ICDS supplementary nutrition component. Which finding would best differentiate PM POSHAN from ICDS in terms of program design and implementation?

Among the various nutritional deficiencies addressed by the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme in India, which is the most common micronutrient deficiency affecting children under 6 years of age?

A district nutrition officer in Odisha is reviewing data from ICDS anganwadi centers and finds that 35% of children aged 6–59 months in a block are stunted (height-for-age <−2 SD). The anganwadi workers report that supplementary nutrition is being provided regularly, but dietary diversity at home remains poor due to limited household income. The officer wants to address the root cause of stunting in this population. What is the most appropriate next step in the ICDS intervention strategy?