Question
Which of the following statements regarding an Anganwadi Worker (AWW) under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme is FALSE?
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She is a part-time honorary worker.
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She is selected from the local community.
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One Anganwadi Worker is provided for 5,000 population.
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She provides supplementary nutrition and non-formal preschool education.
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Correct Answer » C
Explanation
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The statement “One Anganwadi Worker is provided for 5,000 population” is incorrect.
Under the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme, an Anganwadi Centre (AWC) is established based on the following population norms:
- Plains: One Anganwadi Centre for 400–800 population
- Hilly, tribal, desert, and difficult areas: One Anganwadi Centre for 300–800 population
- Mini-Anganwadi Centre:
- Plains: 150–400 population
- Hilly/tribal: 150–300 population
Thus, an Anganwadi Worker is not responsible for a population of 5,000.
Why Other Options are Correct
A. She is a part-time honorary worker.
Correct.
- An Anganwadi Worker is a part-time honorary worker under the ICDS scheme.
- She acts as the key field-level functionary responsible for delivering ICDS services.
- Although she receives an honorarium, she is not a regular government employee.
B. She is selected from the local community.
Correct.
- An Anganwadi Worker is selected from the same village or locality where she serves.
- This ensures:
- Better rapport with beneficiaries.
- Community participation.
- Easy accessibility.
- Improved implementation of maternal and child health programmes.
Community selection is one of the important features of ICDS.
D. She provides supplementary nutrition and non-formal preschool education.
Correct.
The Anganwadi Worker provides several essential services, including:
- Supplementary nutrition
- Non-formal preschool education (3–6 years)
- Growth monitoring
- Health education
- Immunization support
- Health check-ups
- Referral services
These services form the core package of ICDS.
