To promote healthy dietary habits, the Central Board of Secondary Education (CBSE) has instructed all affiliated schools to set up "Sugar Boards" on their campuses. The directive follows recommendations from the National Commission for Protection of Child Rights to curb the incidence of health issues related to sugar intake.Excessive sugar consumption is known to cause Type 2 diabetes, obesity, dental problems, and metabolic disorders. Currently, sugar intake is high among children, constituting...

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