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1.Which of the following schemes provides financial assistance to patients suffering from rare diseases?
- AAyushman Bharat
- BPradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
- CRashtriya Arogya Nidhi
- DNational Health Mission
Explanation
The Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi is a scheme that provides financial assistance to patients suffering from rare diseases. It was launched in 1997 and aims to provide financial support to patients who are below the poverty line and are suffering from serious illnesses.
2.What is the name of the scheme launched by the Indian government to promote universal immunization?
- AMission Indradhanush
- BNational Health Mission
- CAyushman Bharat
- DPradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
Explanation
Mission Indradhanush is a scheme launched by the Indian government to promote universal immunization. It was launched in 2014 and aims to immunize all children under the age of 2 years and all pregnant women against seven vaccine-preventable diseases.
3.What is the main difference between the National Health Mission and the National Health Policy?
- AThe National Health Mission is a program, while the National Health Policy is a policy
- BThe National Health Mission is a policy, while the National Health Policy is a program
- CThe National Health Mission focuses on rural health, while the National Health Policy focuses on urban health
- DThe National Health Mission focuses on curative care, while the National Health Policy focuses on preventive care
Explanation
The main difference between the National Health Mission and the National Health Policy is that the National Health Mission is a program, while the National Health Policy is a policy. The National Health Mission is a program that aims to improve the health system and health status of people, especially for the vulnerable and marginalized groups, while the National Health Policy is a policy that outlines the vision and objectives for the health sector.
4.What is the primary objective of the National Health Policy 2017?
- ATo provide universal health coverage to all citizens
- BTo improve the health infrastructure in rural areas
- CTo reduce the out-of-pocket expenditure on health
- DTo increase the budget allocation for health sector
Explanation
The primary objective of the National Health Policy 2017 is to provide universal health coverage to all citizens. The policy aims to ensure that everyone has access to quality healthcare, regardless of their income or social status.
5.Which of the following schemes was launched by the Government of India to provide universal health coverage to all citizens?
- AAyushman Bharat
- BNational Health Mission
- CPradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
- DAll of the above
Explanation
Ayushman Bharat, National Health Mission and Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana are all schemes launched by the Government of India to provide universal health coverage to all citizens. Ayushman Bharat is a flagship programme that aims to achieve universal health coverage, National Health Mission is a program that aims to improve the health system and health status of people, especially for the vulnerable and marginalized groups, and Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana is a scheme that provides health insurance coverage to poor and vulnerable families.
6.
What is the primary objective behind the establishment of Critical Care Blocks (CCBs) as sanctioned by the Union Health Ministry?
- A
To provide universal free primary healthcare in rural villages
- B
To bridge intensive care gaps at district hospitals for emergency and pandemic preparedness.
- C
To digitize all patient health records under the Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
- D
To focus exclusively on tertiary cardiovascular research in metro cities.
Explanation
CCBs are designed to strengthen public health infrastructure, specifically at the district hospital level, to ensure timely access to advanced treatment for critically ill patients during disasters or public health emergencies
7.Which of the following schemes is focused on providing mental health services to the community?
- ANational Mental Health Programme
- BDistrict Mental Health Programme
- CAyushman Bharat
- DPradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
Explanation
The National Mental Health Programme is a scheme focused on providing mental health services to the community. It was launched in 1982 and aims to promote community participation, provide mental health services, and reduce the stigma associated with mental illness.
8.What is the name of the scheme launched by the Indian government to eliminate tuberculosis by 2025?
- ANational Tuberculosis Elimination Programme
- BRevised National Tuberculosis Control Programme
- CTuberculosis Free India Campaign
- DNi-kshay
Explanation
The National Tuberculosis Elimination Programme is a scheme launched by the Indian government to eliminate tuberculosis by 2025. It was launched in 2020 and aims to achieve this goal by improving the diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of tuberculosis.
9.Which of the following statements is true about the National Health Policy 2017?
- AIt aims to increase the public health expenditure to 2% of the GDP
- BIt aims to increase the public health expenditure to 2.5% of the GDP
- CIt aims to increase the public health expenditure to 3% of the GDP
- DIt aims to decrease the public health expenditure to 1% of the GDP
Explanation
The National Health Policy 2017 aims to increase the public health expenditure to 2.5% of the GDP. The policy recognizes the need to increase public spending on health to achieve universal health coverage and improve the overall health outcomes.
10.Which of the following schemes is focused on providing healthcare services to adolescents?
- ARashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram
- BNational Health Mission
- CAyushman Bharat
- DPradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana
Explanation
The Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram is a scheme focused on providing healthcare services to adolescents. It was launched in 2014 and aims to improve the health and well-being of adolescents in the country.
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