Which of the following would lead to malnutrition ? I. > Overnutrition II. > Undernutrition III. > Imbalanced nutrition. Select the correct answer by using the codes gives below :

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Q: 111 (IAS/1996)
Which of the following would lead to ‘malnutrition’ ?
I. Overnutrition
II. Undernutrition
III. Imbalanced nutrition.
Select the correct answer by using the codes gives below :

question_subject: 

Science

question_exam: 

IAS

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0,53,42,6,36,0,53

keywords: 

{'malnutrition': [0, 1, 0, 0], 'imbalanced nutrition': [0, 1, 0, 0], 'undernutrition': [0, 1, 0, 0], 'overnutrition': [0, 1, 0, 0]}

Option 1 suggests that only `Undernutrition` leads to malnutrition. Undernutrition, indeed, is a form of malnutrition resulting from lack of necessary nutrients due to insufficient food, but it`s not the only cause.

Option 2 adds `Imbalanced nutrition` alongside `Undernutrition`. Imbalanced nutrition, when the body`s nutrient intake is not proportionate, also leads to malnutrition. However, only including these two overlooks `Overnutrition`.

Option 3 includes `Overnutrition` and `Imbalanced nutrition`. Overnutrition, excessive intake of nutrients, indeed leads to malnutrition. But by excluding `Undernutrition`, it misses a significant factor.

Option 4 includes `Overnutrition`, `Undernutrition`, and `Imbalanced nutrition` - all of which are different ways an individual can become malnourished. Overnutrition results from consuming too much of a particular nutrient, often leading to obesity or specific nutrient overdoses. Undernutrition results from deficiencies due to a lack of general or specific nutrient intake. Imbalanced nutrition results from a disproportionate intake of nutrients. Hence, all three can lead to malnutrition, which makes option 4 the correct answer.