Maternal and Child Health Policy

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What is the primary goal of the National Maternal Health Mission (NMHM) in India?

  1. To reduce maternal mortality and morbidity

  2. To improve child health and nutrition

  3. To promote family planning and reproductive health

  4. To strengthen the health system for maternal and child health


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Maternal Health Mission (NMHM) was launched in 2005 with the primary goal of reducing maternal mortality and morbidity in India.

Which of the following is NOT a key component of the Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY)?

  1. Free delivery services in public health institutions

  2. Cash assistance to pregnant women for institutional delivery

  3. Transportation assistance to pregnant women for reaching health facilities

  4. Postpartum care for mothers and newborns


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) provides free delivery services in public health institutions, cash assistance to pregnant women for institutional delivery, and transportation assistance to pregnant women for reaching health facilities. Postpartum care for mothers and newborns is not a component of the JSY.

What is the target maternal mortality ratio (MMR) set by the Government of India under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

  1. 100 per 100,000 live births

  2. 70 per 100,000 live births

  3. 50 per 100,000 live births

  4. 30 per 100,000 live births


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Government of India has set a target maternal mortality ratio (MMR) of 100 per 100,000 live births under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Which of the following is NOT a strategy adopted by the Government of India to address the issue of child malnutrition?

  1. Promotion of breastfeeding and complementary feeding

  2. Supplementary nutrition programs for pregnant women and children

  3. Micronutrient fortification of food products

  4. Immunization of children against preventable diseases


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Promotion of breastfeeding and complementary feeding, supplementary nutrition programs for pregnant women and children, and micronutrient fortification of food products are strategies adopted by the Government of India to address the issue of child malnutrition. Immunization of children against preventable diseases is not a strategy specifically aimed at addressing child malnutrition.

What is the name of the national immunization program launched by the Government of India in 1985?

  1. Universal Immunization Program (UIP)

  2. National Immunization Day (NID)

  3. Pulse Polio Immunization Program (PPIP)

  4. Mission Indradhanush


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Universal Immunization Program (UIP) was launched by the Government of India in 1985 to provide free immunization services against preventable diseases to all children in the country.

Which of the following is NOT a key objective of the Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) program?

  1. To provide supplementary nutrition to children and pregnant women

  2. To promote early childhood education and development

  3. To provide immunization services to children

  4. To provide health checkups and treatment to children


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Integrated Child Development Services (ICDS) program provides supplementary nutrition to children and pregnant women, promotes early childhood education and development, and provides immunization services to children. Health checkups and treatment of children are not provided under the ICDS program.

What is the name of the scheme launched by the Government of India in 2011 to provide financial assistance to pregnant women for the birth of their first child?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)

  2. Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY)

  3. National Maternity Benefit Scheme (NMBS)

  4. Indira Gandhi Matritva Sahyog Yojana (IGMSY)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) was launched by the Government of India in 2011 to provide financial assistance to pregnant women for the birth of their first child.

Which of the following is NOT a component of the Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) program?

  1. Early detection and treatment of birth defects

  2. Screening for nutritional deficiencies

  3. Immunization against preventable diseases

  4. Treatment of childhood illnesses


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram (RBSK) program includes early detection and treatment of birth defects, screening for nutritional deficiencies, and immunization against preventable diseases. Treatment of childhood illnesses is not a component of the RBSK program.

What is the target infant mortality rate (IMR) set by the Government of India under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs)?

  1. 28 per 1,000 live births

  2. 20 per 1,000 live births

  3. 15 per 1,000 live births

  4. 10 per 1,000 live births


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Government of India has set a target infant mortality rate (IMR) of 28 per 1,000 live births under the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Which of the following is NOT a key strategy adopted by the Government of India to reduce the burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among children?

  1. Promotion of healthy diet and physical activity

  2. Tobacco control measures

  3. Immunization against preventable diseases

  4. Early detection and management of NCDs


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Promotion of healthy diet and physical activity, tobacco control measures, and early detection and management of NCDs are key strategies adopted by the Government of India to reduce the burden of non-communicable diseases (NCDs) among children. Immunization against preventable diseases is not a specific strategy aimed at reducing the burden of NCDs.

What is the name of the national program launched by the Government of India in 2013 to address the issue of adolescent health?

  1. Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK)

  2. National Adolescent Health Program (NAHP)

  3. Adolescent Reproductive and Sexual Health (ARSH) Program

  4. Youth Health Program (YHP)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK) was launched by the Government of India in 2013 to address the issue of adolescent health.

Which of the following is NOT a key component of the National Mental Health Program (NMHP) in India?

  1. Provision of mental health services at primary healthcare centers

  2. Training of healthcare professionals in mental health

  3. Development of mental health infrastructure

  4. Promotion of mental health awareness and stigma reduction


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Provision of mental health services at primary healthcare centers, training of healthcare professionals in mental health, and promotion of mental health awareness and stigma reduction are key components of the National Mental Health Program (NMHP) in India. Development of mental health infrastructure is not a specific component of the NMHP.

What is the name of the scheme launched by the Government of India in 2015 to provide financial assistance to pregnant women for the birth of their second child?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)

  2. Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY)

  3. National Maternity Benefit Scheme (NMBS)

  4. Indira Gandhi Matritva Sahyog Yojana (IGMSY)


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The Indira Gandhi Matritva Sahyog Yojana (IGMSY) was launched by the Government of India in 2015 to provide financial assistance to pregnant women for the birth of their second child.

Which of the following is NOT a key objective of the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) in India?

  1. To improve access to healthcare services in rural areas

  2. To reduce maternal and child mortality

  3. To promote family planning and reproductive health

  4. To strengthen the health system for communicable diseases


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

To improve access to healthcare services in rural areas, to reduce maternal and child mortality, and to promote family planning and reproductive health are key objectives of the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) in India. Strengthening the health system for communicable diseases is not a specific objective of the NRHM.

What is the name of the national program launched by the Government of India in 2014 to address the issue of tobacco control?

  1. National Tobacco Control Program (NTCP)

  2. Tobacco Free India Campaign

  3. Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products (Prohibition of Advertisement and Regulation of Trade and Commerce, Production, Supply and Distribution) Act, 2003

  4. National Smoke-Free Day


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Tobacco Control Program (NTCP) was launched by the Government of India in 2014 to address the issue of tobacco control.

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