Question

In order for the child to grow optimally in all areas, it is important that the child‟s needs for food, shelter, health care, love, nurturance and stimulation be met in a holistic manner. SOS and ICDS are example of some of the programmes operating in the country to meet the needs of vulnerable children.

a) When was first SOS village established?

b) What is the main aim of SOS village?

c) How can you distinguish it with ICDS? Give two points.

Answer 1

A. First SOS village was established in- 1964

B. Main aim of SOS Village- Provides family based long term care to children who can no longer grow up with their biological families.

C. Two distinguish between ICDS and SOS-

ICDS	SOS
This organization is for children (birth to 6 years), adolescent girls, pregnant and lactating woman.	This organization is only for orphaned and abandoned children.
It was started by Government of India.	It is an independent nongovernment social organisation.