’s malnutrition. The children living in slums are more likely to experience anthropometric failure. Research limitations …Purpose – The purpose of this paper is to highlight the determinants of malnutrition of primary school-age (five to ten …. The composite index of anthropometric failure (CIAF) is constructed to use an indicator of malnutrition. Findings – The …

Malnutrition among 0-6 years is an impending problem, especially among economically backward communities in urban India …. In an attempt to alleviate malnutrition, within the target community, the Foundation for Mother and Child, India …