The Mid-Day Meal scheme comes under the purview of which ministry?

The correct answer is Ministry of Education.

Key Points

• Mid-day Meal Scheme was started in 1995 throughout India by the Ministry of Education.
• Mid-day Meal Scheme is a school meal program of the Government of India.
• The Midday Meal Scheme is now covered under the National Food Security Act, 2013.
• Objectives of the Mid Day Meal Scheme:
  • Boost student enrolment.
  • It helps to promote students' attendance.
  • Serves as an incentive not only for the children but also for the parents as it has an implicit subsidy.
  • The attraction for children who are otherwise reluctant to go to school.