Average height of Indians declining; malnutrition suspected

Stunting caused by malnutrition has always been a concern in India. PHOTO: AFP
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NEW DELHI - Stunting caused by malnutrition has always been a concern in India.

A new study has added to this worry, reporting that Indians have experienced a decline in their height, contrary to an overall increasing trend worldwide.

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