The brutal killing of rationalist Narendra Dabholkar has brought into focus the prevalence of superstitious practices and black magic in the country. In respect of this sustained campaign, the Maharashtra government enacted a law to control the nuisance of black magic and superstitions.

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With all the variety of foods available on city streets and malls one would imagine that urban youth is relatively well-fed and healthy.  But data does not support this perception.

Undernourishment in India is highest among the youth. In urban areas, according to a survey-based estimate (NFHS –III) nearly half the population young men and women are abnormally thin. Poor nutrition is related to income.  And this clearly accounts for the high-incidence of...