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Q75 (CISF/2020) Economy › Schemes, Inclusion & Social Sector

Which one of the following aims at correcting regional imbalances in the availability of affordable and reliable healthcare services by augmenting medical education ?

Explanation

The Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) was announced in 2003 with the specific objective of correcting regional imbalances in the availability of affordable and reliable tertiary healthcare services and augmenting facilities for quality medical education in the country. It is implemented by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare.

  • Components: The scheme has two main components: (1) Setting up of AIIMS-like institutions and (2) Upgradation of existing Government Medical Colleges (GMCs) by adding super-specialty blocks and trauma centres.
  • Other Options: Ayushman Bharat focuses on Universal Health Coverage through insurance (PM-JAY) and Health and Wellness Centres. Swachh Swasth Sarvatra is a joint initiative for sanitation and hygiene. Rashtriya Arogya Nidhi provides financial assistance to BPL patients for life-threatening diseases.
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