Section 4
Section 4 of the National Food Security Act. Subject to such schemes as may be framed by the Central Government, every pregnant woman and lactating mother shall be entitled to- (a) meal, free of charge, during pregnancy and six months after the child birth, through the local anganwadi, so as to meet the nutritional standards specified in Sched
Subject to such schemes as may be framed by the Central Government, every pregnant woman and lactating mother shall be entitled to- (a) meal, free of charge, during pregnancy and six months after the child birth, through the local anganwadi, so as to meet the nutritional standards specified in Schedule II; and (b) maternity benefit of not less than rupees six thousand, in such instalments as may be prescribed by the Central Government:
Provided that all pregnant women and lactating mothers in regular employment with the Central Government or State Governments or Public Sector Undertakings or those who are in receipt of similar benefits under any law for the time being in force shall not be entitled to benefits specified in clause (b). under the star- offres ide de Right to receive foodgrains at subsidised prices by persons belonging to eligible households under Targeted Public Distribution System. Nutritional support to pregnant women and lactating mothers.
Section 4, The National Food Security Act (Act 20 of 2013).
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Questions about Section 4
How do I find court cases under Section 4 of the National Food Security Act?
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What should I read with Section 4 of the National Food Security Act, and has it changed?
6 other provisions in this corpus refer back to it.
When was the National Food Security Act enacted?
National Food Security Act was enacted in 2013 as Act 20 of 2013. India Code records no commencement date for it. It is in force as at the date shown on this page.
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