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
As per NFHS 3 data, what is the prevalence of anaemia in children 6 to 59 months? 
Select and explain. 
A. 50%, B. 60%, C. 70%, D. 80%
C: 70%
Answer: C: 70% 
Explanation: As per the NFHS 3, nutritional deficiencies are widespread. Around 23% of children were wasted. At the same time, there has been very marginal change in the percentage of children who are underweight (43% in NFHS-2 and 40% in NFHS-3). NFHS-3 found prevalence of anaemia to be 70% in children age 6-59 months which is primarily linked to poor nutrition. Anaemia is also common among adults. 55% women in India are anaemic. Anaemia levels in men are at around 24%.