Public Health Policies Practice Questions
20 free Public Health Policies practice questions for the Static GK. Tap an option to answer — you get instant feedback, the correct answer, and a detailed explanation for every question.
Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PM-JAY) provides a health cover of up to how much per family per year?
- A ₹2 Lakh
- B ₹3 Lakh
- C ₹5 Lakh
- D ₹10 Lakh
Correct answer: ₹5 Lakh
PM-JAY is the world's largest government-funded health assurance scheme. It provides a cover of ₹5 lakh per family per year for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization to over 12 crore poor and vulnerable families.
Which national mission was launched in 2014 with the goal of achieving full immunization coverage for all children and pregnant women in India?
- A Mission Shakti
- B Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
- C Mission Vatsalya
- D Mission Indradhanush
Correct answer: Mission Indradhanush
Mission Indradhanush aims to strengthen and re-energize the Universal Immunization Programme. It specifically targets children under two years of age and pregnant women who have been left uncovered by the routine immunization program.
The 'Janani Suraksha Yojana' (JSY) is a safe motherhood intervention under the National Health Mission primarily aimed at reducing:
- A Maternal and neonatal mortality
- B Malnutrition in children
- C Vaccine-preventable communicable diseases
- D Female foeticide
Correct answer: Maternal and neonatal mortality
JSY is a 100% centrally sponsored scheme that integrates cash assistance with delivery and post-delivery care. Its primary objective is to reduce maternal and infant mortality by promoting institutional delivery among poor pregnant women.
In which year was the National Health Policy (NHP) of India last revised to prioritize 'Health for All' and increase digital health adoption?
- A 2002
- B 2012
- C 2017
- D 2021
Correct answer: 2017
The National Health Policy 2017 aimed at attaining the highest possible level of health and well-being for all ages. It proposed raising public health expenditure to 2.5% of the GDP in a time-bound manner.
The 'Nikshay Poshan Yojana' provides financial incentive to patients suffering from which disease to support their nutrition?
- A Tuberculosis
- B HIV/AIDS
- C Hypertension
- D Leprosy
Correct answer: Tuberculosis
Under this scheme, TB patients receive a financial incentive of ₹500 per month for the duration of their treatment. This helps address the nutritional needs of patients, which is vital for effective recovery from Tuberculosis.
What is the primary objective of the 'Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana' (PMBJP)?
- A To provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices
- B To provide free heart surgeries
- C To build new medical colleges in every district
- D To provide free health insurance coverage of five lakh rupees to senior citizens
Correct answer: To provide quality generic medicines at affordable prices
PMBJP was launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals to make quality generic medicines available at affordable prices to all. It operates through dedicated outlets known as Janaushadhi Kendras.
Which regulatory body in India is responsible for ensuring the safety, efficacy, and quality of drugs, cosmetics, and medical devices?
- A FSSAI
- B CDSCO
- C ICMR
- D NITI Aayog
Correct answer: CDSCO
The Central Drugs Standard Control Organisation (CDSCO) is the National Regulatory Authority of India. It discharges functions assigned to the Central Government under the Drugs and Cosmetics Act.
The 'Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan' (PMSMA) provides free health check-ups to pregnant women on which day of every month?
- A 1st
- B 9th
- C 15th
- D 30th
Correct answer: 9th
PMSMA ensures that all pregnant women receive at least one antenatal checkup by a physician or specialist on the 9th of every month. The goal is to detect high-risk pregnancies early to ensure safe deliveries.
Under the 'Rashtriya Bal Swasthya Karyakram' (RBSK), children are screened for '4 Ds'. Which of the following is NOT one of the 4 Ds?
- A Defects at birth
- B Nutritional deficiencies
- C Diseases
- D Distance to hospital
Correct answer: Distance to hospital
RBSK focuses on Early Detection and Early Intervention for children from birth to 18 years. The '4 Ds' stand for Defects at birth, Deficiencies, Diseases, and Developmental delays including disability.
Which initiative was launched in 2021 to create a seamless online platform for the health ecosystem, including digital health IDs for citizens?
- A Digital India Land Records Modernization Programme
- B Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
- C e-Sanjeevani
- D National Health Stack
Correct answer: Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission
The Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission (ABDM) aims to develop the backbone necessary to support the integrated digital health infrastructure of India. It enables citizens to maintain their health records digitally and share them with healthcare providers.
The 'SUMAN' initiative (Surakshit Matritva Aashwasan) is focused on providing:
- A Free medicines and monthly pension support to all elderly citizens nationwide
- B Dignified and quality healthcare at no cost to every woman and newborn
- C Subsidized health insurance coverage for interstate migrant workers
- D Free mental health counseling and support services for students
Correct answer: Dignified and quality healthcare at no cost to every woman and newborn
SUMAN was launched to provide a service guarantee for zero-tolerance for denial of services to every woman and newborn visiting public health facilities. It aims to eliminate all preventable maternal and newborn deaths.
The National Tobacco Control Programme (NTCP) was launched to facilitate the implementation of which Act?
- A PNDT Act
- B COTPA 2003
- C MTP Act
- D NDPS Act, 1985
Correct answer: COTPA 2003
NTCP helps implement the Cigarettes and Other Tobacco Products Act (COTPA) 2003. Its objectives include creating awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco and reducing its consumption.
Which scheme aims to provide free-of-cost healthcare services to all pregnant women and sick infants in public health institutions?
- A Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK)
- B Poshan Abhiyaan (Nutrition Mission)
- C LaQshya (Labour Room Quality Initiative)
- D Mission Indradhanush (Immunization Programme)
Correct answer: Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK)
JSSK was launched in 2011 to eliminate out-of-pocket expenses for pregnant women and sick infants. It includes free drugs, free diagnostics, free diet, and free transport from home to the facility.
India has set a target to eliminate Tuberculosis (TB) by which year, five years ahead of the global Sustainable Development Goal?
- A 2024
- B 2025
- C 2030
- D 2035
Correct answer: 2025
The National Strategic Plan for TB Elimination aims to end the epidemic in India by 2025. This is significantly more ambitious than the global target of 2030.
The 'Eat Right India' movement is an initiative of which organization to transform the country's food system?
- A NITI Aayog
- B Ministry of Agriculture
- C Consumer Affairs Department
- D FSSAI (est. 2006)
Correct answer: FSSAI (est. 2006)
The Food Safety and Standards Authority of India (FSSAI) launched 'Eat Right India' to ensure safe, healthy, and sustainable food for everyone. It focuses on reducing salt, sugar, and fat intake while improving food safety.
What is the name of the national teleconsultation service that provides online OPD services to citizens in their homes?
- A e-Vidya
- B e-Pathshala Portal
- C e-Arogya
- D e-Sanjeevani
Correct answer: e-Sanjeevani
e-Sanjeevani is a doctor-to-patient telemedicine system that has greatly expanded access to healthcare, especially in rural areas. It allows patients to consult with doctors via video conferencing for free.
The 'LaQshya' program of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare is aimed at improving the quality of care in:
- A Eye hospitals and vision care centers
- B Cancer research and treatment institutes nationwide
- C Dental clinics and oral care units
- D Labour rooms and maternity Operation Theatres
Correct answer: Labour rooms and maternity Operation Theatres
LaQshya aims to reduce preventable maternal and newborn mortality and morbidity by improving the quality of care in Labour Rooms and Maternity OTs. It follows a multi-pronged strategy of infrastructure up-gradation and capacity building.
The Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme (IDSP) was established to:
- A Provide free vaccines
- B Manufacture and supply medical equipment nationwide
- C Regulate medical colleges
- D Detect and respond to disease outbreaks early
Correct answer: Detect and respond to disease outbreaks early
IDSP is a decentralized, state-based surveillance program. It uses IT to collect and analyze data on epidemic-prone diseases to initiate rapid response to outbreaks.
The 'National Health Mission' (NHM) consists of which two major sub-missions?
- A NRHM and NUHM
- B ICDS and MDM
- C JSY and JSSK
- D RMNCH+A and PM-JAY
Correct answer: NRHM and NUHM
NHM encompasses the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) and the National Urban Health Mission (NUHM). It supports states in strengthening their healthcare systems for both rural and urban populations.
Which act in India regulates the clinical trial of drugs and sets standards for medical education?
- A National Medical Commission Act, 2019
- B Epidemic Diseases Act, 1897 (a colonial-era law)
- C Public Health Act, 1955
- D Essential Medicines Act, 1990
Correct answer: National Medical Commission Act, 2019
The National Medical Commission (NMC) Act replaced the Medical Council of India (MCI). It oversees medical education, medical professionals, and the registration of medical practitioners in India.