Understanding the prevalence and public health impact of different nutritional deficiencies is crucial for prioritizing remedial actions. Vitamin A deficiency is a significant cause of childhood morbidity and mortality in many developing countries, including India.
The nutritional deficiency condition that needs to be given top priority for remedial action in India today is
Asked in UPPCS Prelims 1996 · Topic: Vitamins and Nutrition (Malnutrition: Undernutrition (Protein-Energy Malnutrition, Specific Nutrient Deficiencies) and Overnutrition (Obesity, related disorders))
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