This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine
Under the ICDS scheme a child of 12 months age who is severely malnourished will get supplementary nutrition amounting to: 
Select and explain. 
A. 500 calories and 12-15 grams protein, B. 800 calories and 20-25 grams protein, C. 600 calories and 18-20 grams protein, D. 500 calories and 20-25 grams protein
B: 800 calories and 20-25 grams protein
Answer: B: 800 calories and 20-25 grams protein 
Explanation: Beneficiaries of the supplementary nutrition initiative under the ICDS programme are as follows: Group of beneficiary Supplement 6-72 month children 500 calories and 12-15 grams protein 6-72 month children with severe malnourishment 800 calories and 20-25 grams protein Pregnant and lactating mothers 600 calories and 18-20 grams protein Ref: Park, 21st Edition, Page 545