With reference to the provisions made under the National Food Security Act, 2013, consider the following statements: 1. The families coming under the category o

Question

With reference to the provisions made under the National Food Security Act, 2013, consider the following statements:
1. The families coming under the category of 'below poverty line (BPL)' only are eligible to receive subsidised food grains.
2. The eldest woman in a household, of age 18 years or above, shall be the head of the household for the purpose of issuance of a ration card.
3. Pregnant women and lactating mothers are entitled to a 'take-home ration' of 1600 calories per day during pregnancy and for six months thereafter.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

Accepted Answer

(B) 2 only

Answer

(A) 1 and 2

Answer

(C) 1 and 3

Answer

(D) 3 only