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UNICEF's Early Childhood Development (ECD) programmes support holistic development (health, nutrition, learning, protection) for children from pregnancy to age 8, recognizing that early investments yield high returns in cognitive, social, and economic outcomes.

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Answer: True

ECD interventions include prenatal care, breastfeeding support, responsive caregiving, play-based learning, and violence prevention. By nurturing brain development during critical windows, they reduce inequalities, improve school readiness, and break cycles of poverty, aligning with SDG targets on health and education.

Topic UNICEF
Exam Relevance UPSC, SSC, Railway
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