Health Promotion and Disease Prevention

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Which government initiative aims to provide comprehensive primary healthcare services to rural areas in India?

  1. National Rural Health Mission (NRHM)

  2. Ayushman Bharat Yojana

  3. Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY)

  4. Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) is a government initiative launched in 2005 to provide comprehensive primary healthcare services to rural areas in India.

Which disease is the leading cause of death in India?

  1. Heart disease

  2. Stroke

  3. Cancer

  4. Chronic respiratory disease


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Heart disease is the leading cause of death in India, accounting for over 25% of all deaths.

What is the primary goal of the National Health Policy 2017?

  1. To achieve universal health coverage

  2. To improve the quality of healthcare services

  3. To reduce the burden of non-communicable diseases

  4. To promote healthy lifestyles


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of the National Health Policy 2017 is to achieve universal health coverage, ensuring that all Indians have access to quality healthcare services.

Which program aims to provide free generic medicines to the poor and vulnerable population in India?

  1. Jan Aushadhi Yojana

  2. Ayushman Bharat Yojana

  3. Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY)

  4. Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Jan Aushadhi Yojana is a government program that aims to provide free generic medicines to the poor and vulnerable population in India.

What is the main objective of the Swachh Bharat Mission?

  1. To eliminate open defecation in India

  2. To improve sanitation and hygiene practices

  3. To reduce the incidence of waterborne diseases

  4. To promote healthy lifestyles


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main objective of the Swachh Bharat Mission is to eliminate open defecation in India and improve sanitation and hygiene practices.

Which government scheme provides financial assistance to pregnant women for prenatal and postnatal care?

  1. Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY)

  2. Ayushman Bharat Yojana

  3. Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY)

  4. Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Pradhan Mantri Matru Vandana Yojana (PMMVY) is a government scheme that provides financial assistance to pregnant women for prenatal and postnatal care.

What is the primary cause of maternal mortality in India?

  1. Hemorrhage

  2. Sepsis

  3. Eclampsia

  4. Unsafe abortion


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hemorrhage is the primary cause of maternal mortality in India, accounting for over 30% of all maternal deaths.

Which disease is the leading cause of blindness in India?

  1. Cataract

  2. Glaucoma

  3. Age-related macular degeneration

  4. Diabetic retinopathy


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Cataract is the leading cause of blindness in India, accounting for over 60% of all cases of blindness.

What is the main objective of the National Tobacco Control Program?

  1. To reduce tobacco consumption in India

  2. To promote smoke-free environments

  3. To increase awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco

  4. To provide cessation services to tobacco users


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main objective of the National Tobacco Control Program is to reduce tobacco consumption in India and promote smoke-free environments.

Which government initiative aims to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent non-communicable diseases in India?

  1. National Program for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS)

  2. Ayushman Bharat Yojana

  3. Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY)

  4. Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The National Program for Prevention and Control of Cancer, Diabetes, Cardiovascular Diseases and Stroke (NPCDCS) is a government initiative that aims to promote healthy lifestyles and prevent non-communicable diseases in India.

What is the main objective of the National Mental Health Program?

  1. To provide comprehensive mental healthcare services to the population

  2. To promote mental health and prevent mental disorders

  3. To reduce the stigma associated with mental illness

  4. To provide rehabilitation services to people with mental illness


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main objective of the National Mental Health Program is to provide comprehensive mental healthcare services to the population, promote mental health, and prevent mental disorders.

Which disease is the leading cause of disability in India?

  1. Musculoskeletal disorders

  2. Mental disorders

  3. Cardiovascular diseases

  4. Cancer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Musculoskeletal disorders are the leading cause of disability in India, accounting for over 25% of all cases of disability.

What is the primary goal of the National AIDS Control Program?

  1. To prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS

  2. To provide care and support to people living with HIV/AIDS

  3. To reduce the stigma associated with HIV/AIDS

  4. To promote safe sex practices


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The primary goal of the National AIDS Control Program is to prevent the spread of HIV/AIDS, provide care and support to people living with HIV/AIDS, and reduce the stigma associated with HIV/AIDS.

Which government scheme provides free vaccines to children in India?

  1. Universal Immunization Program (UIP)

  2. Ayushman Bharat Yojana

  3. Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY)

  4. Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY)


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The Universal Immunization Program (UIP) is a government scheme that provides free vaccines to children in India.

What is the main objective of the National Vector Borne Disease Control Program?

  1. To prevent and control vector-borne diseases in India

  2. To promote vector control measures

  3. To provide early diagnosis and treatment of vector-borne diseases

  4. To conduct research on vector-borne diseases


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The main objective of the National Vector Borne Disease Control Program is to prevent and control vector-borne diseases in India, promote vector control measures, and provide early diagnosis and treatment of vector-borne diseases.

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