Monitoring of the ICDS scheme is the responsibility of which among the following Ministry?

The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) scheme is a government program in India aimed at improving the health, nutrition, and early education of children under six years of age, as well as pregnant and lactating mothers. 

Key Points

• The Ministry of Women and Child Development (MWCD) is responsible for the monitoring and implementation of the ICDS scheme.
• This ministry oversees policies related to the welfare, development, and protection of women and children in India.
• It ensures that Anganwadi centers function effectively, nutrition programs reach beneficiaries, and early childhood education is promoted. 

 Hint

• The Ministry of Health and Family Welfare focuses on medical care and public health programs.
• The Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment primarily works for marginalized communities, including Scheduled Castes, Scheduled Tribes, and Persons with Disabilities.
• The Ministry of Child Development does not exist as a separate entity; child-related programs are handled by MWCD.