A Socio-Legal Study On The Effective Implementation Of Midday Meal Scheme In Government Schools
- IJLLR Journal
- Apr 25, 2023
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A Socio-Legal Study On The Effective Implementation Of Midday Meal Scheme In Government Schools Of Chennai District, Tamilnadu
M. Harihara Priya, LLM, Tamilnadu Dr. Ambedkar Law University, Perungudi
ABSTRACT
Midday meal scheme was introduced on 1.7.1982 by former Chief Minister M.G. Ramachandran to provide nutritious meal programme. This scheme was enacted on the basis of Article 21, 39(a) and 47 of Indian constitution. The Supreme Court asked all the state to adopt this very good scheme. The study attempt to find the effective implementation of MDMS in Chennai district with a sample size of 33 which was collected through convenient sampling method. The researcher has found that the scheme has been implemented at a good rate and works effectively. But there is a need improve the quality of food and the shelter homes allocated for preparing those nutritious meals.
Keywords: Midday meal scheme, students, government schools, Implementation and Nutritious food.