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The purpose of this study was to investigate the extent to which overweight and obesity are challenges among primary school children in Belagavi districts. The study sought to investigate those aspects in terms of prevalence, causes and impacts on social, health as well as children learning behaviors and outcomes. Systematic random sampling was used to select schools while stratified sampling and simple random sampling were used in selecting children. Questionnaires, semi structured interview schedule and focus group discussion guides were also used. Findings revealed an average of 13.5% children, were overweight and obese. Economy status, were significant causes of overweight and obesity. Hypertension, excessive sweating were common to obese children. In addition, overweight and obese children were reported to underperform in academic and physical activities. The study revealed that overweight and obesity were not friendly healthy conditions to children, thus a need to work it out.