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Investigating the Impact of Central Government Policies on Healthcare and Public Health

Description: This quiz aims to assess your understanding of the impact of central government policies on healthcare and public health in India.
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Which central government policy introduced a comprehensive framework for providing affordable healthcare to the poor and vulnerable population in India?

  1. National Rural Health Mission (NRHM)

  2. National Urban Health Mission (NUHM)

  3. Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY)

  4. Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) was launched in 2005 with the aim of providing accessible and affordable healthcare services to the rural population of India.

What is the primary objective of the National Urban Health Mission (NUHM)?

  1. To improve the health status of the urban population

  2. To reduce maternal and infant mortality rates

  3. To provide comprehensive healthcare services to the urban poor

  4. To promote healthy lifestyles and behaviors among the urban population


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) was launched in 2013 with the aim of improving the health status of the urban population, particularly the urban poor and vulnerable.

Which central government scheme provides health insurance coverage to families below the poverty line?

  1. Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY)

  2. Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY)

  3. National Health Protection Scheme (NHPS)

  4. Ayushman Bharat Yojana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY) was launched in 2008 to provide health insurance coverage to families below the poverty line, enabling them to access quality healthcare services.

What is the key feature of the Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY)?

  1. It provides cash incentives to pregnant women for institutional deliveries

  2. It offers free antenatal and postnatal care services

  3. It promotes safe motherhood practices

  4. It ensures access to skilled birth attendants during childbirth


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) provides cash incentives to pregnant women for institutional deliveries, encouraging them to give birth in healthcare facilities and access skilled birth attendants.

Which central government policy aims to provide comprehensive healthcare services to all citizens, regardless of their socioeconomic status?

  1. National Health Policy (NHP)

  2. National Health Mission (NHM)

  3. Ayushman Bharat Yojana

  4. Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY)


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The Ayushman Bharat Yojana, launched in 2018, aims to provide comprehensive healthcare services to all citizens, including the poor and vulnerable, through a combination of insurance coverage and primary healthcare services.

What is the primary focus of the Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY)?

  1. Providing health insurance coverage to families below the poverty line

  2. Offering free healthcare services to all citizens

  3. Promoting preventive and promotive healthcare measures

  4. Strengthening the healthcare infrastructure in rural areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY) provides health insurance coverage to families below the poverty line, enabling them to access quality healthcare services without facing financial hardship.

Which central government policy emphasizes the importance of preventive and promotive healthcare?

  1. National Health Policy (NHP)

  2. National Health Mission (NHM)

  3. Ayushman Bharat Yojana

  4. Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Health Policy (NHP), formulated in 2017, emphasizes the importance of preventive and promotive healthcare, aiming to shift the focus from curative to preventive measures.

What is the goal of the National Health Mission (NHM)?

  1. To reduce maternal and infant mortality rates

  2. To improve the overall health status of the population

  3. To strengthen the healthcare infrastructure in rural areas

  4. To promote healthy lifestyles and behaviors among the population


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The National Health Mission (NHM), launched in 2013, aims to improve the overall health status of the population by addressing various health issues and strengthening the healthcare system.

Which central government policy focuses on strengthening the healthcare infrastructure in rural areas?

  1. National Rural Health Mission (NRHM)

  2. National Urban Health Mission (NUHM)

  3. Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY)

  4. Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) places a strong emphasis on strengthening the healthcare infrastructure in rural areas, aiming to improve access to quality healthcare services for the rural population.

What is the key objective of the National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) in terms of healthcare infrastructure?

  1. To establish urban health centers in underserved areas

  2. To upgrade existing healthcare facilities in urban areas

  3. To provide mobile healthcare services to urban slums

  4. To train healthcare workers for urban areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) aims to establish urban health centers in underserved areas, ensuring that the urban population has access to comprehensive healthcare services.

Which central government policy emphasizes the importance of community participation in healthcare?

  1. National Health Policy (NHP)

  2. National Health Mission (NHM)

  3. Ayushman Bharat Yojana

  4. Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Health Policy (NHP) recognizes the importance of community participation in healthcare, promoting the involvement of local communities in the planning and implementation of healthcare programs.

What is the role of Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) in the National Health Mission (NHM)?

  1. They provide health education and promote preventive healthcare practices

  2. They conduct door-to-door surveys to identify health needs

  3. They facilitate access to healthcare services for marginalized communities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) play a crucial role in the National Health Mission (NHM) by providing health education, promoting preventive healthcare practices, conducting door-to-door surveys, and facilitating access to healthcare services for marginalized communities.

Which central government policy aims to address the shortage of healthcare professionals in rural areas?

  1. National Rural Health Mission (NRHM)

  2. National Urban Health Mission (NUHM)

  3. Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY)

  4. Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) includes initiatives to address the shortage of healthcare professionals in rural areas, such as the National Rural Health Mission Scholarship Scheme and the National Rural Health Mission Fellowship Scheme.

What is the primary focus of the National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) in terms of healthcare workforce?

  1. To train healthcare workers in urban areas

  2. To recruit additional healthcare workers for urban areas

  3. To provide incentives to healthcare workers in urban areas

  4. To improve the working conditions of healthcare workers in urban areas


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) focuses on training healthcare workers in urban areas to enhance their skills and knowledge, enabling them to provide better healthcare services to the urban population.

Which central government policy emphasizes the importance of research and development in healthcare?

  1. National Health Policy (NHP)

  2. National Health Mission (NHM)

  3. Ayushman Bharat Yojana

  4. Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Health Policy (NHP) recognizes the importance of research and development in healthcare, promoting the establishment of research institutions and encouraging collaboration between researchers and healthcare professionals.

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