National Health Policy — MCQ Practice

Which of the following are key objectives of the National Health Policy 2017? 1. Increasing public health expenditure to 2.5% of GDP by 2025. 2. Achieving Universal Health Coverage. 3. Eliminating Kala-Azar and Lymphatic Filariasis by 2017. 4. Promoting a 'health in all policies' approach. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Which of the following constitutional provisions primarily guide the formulation and implementation of the National Health Policy in India? 1. Article 21 2. Article 32 3. Article 47 4. Article 243G Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Consider the following statements regarding the National Health Policy 2017: 1. It advocates for over two-thirds of public health expenditure to be allocated to primary healthcare. 2. It aims to reduce out-of-pocket expenditure (OOP) by increasing public health spending. 3. It proposes the creation of a dedicated public health management cadre. Which of the statements given above are correct?

The Ayushman Bharat scheme, comprising PMJAY and Health and Wellness Centres, is a direct operationalization of which of the following aspects of the National Health Policy 2017? 1. Strengthening Comprehensive Primary Health Care (CPHC). 2. Providing financial protection for secondary and tertiary care. 3. Mainstreaming AYUSH systems. 4. Promoting digital health through a unique health ID. Select the correct answer using the code given below:

Which of the following is NOT a target set by the National Health Policy 2017 for achievement by 2025?

Which of the following statements correctly describes the 'health in all policies' approach of NHP 2017?

Regarding the financial aspects of NHP 2017, consider the following statements: 1. The policy aims to reduce Out-of-Pocket Expenditure (OOP) to 25% of total health expenditure by 2025. 2. It advocates for over two-thirds of public health expenditure to be allocated to primary healthcare. 3. Ayushman Bharat PMJAY is a key mechanism for achieving financial protection under the policy. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which of the following is a key feature of Comprehensive Primary Health Care (CPHC) as envisioned by NHP 2017 and implemented through Health and Wellness Centres (HWCs)?

Consider the following statements regarding the National Health Policy 2017 and its alignment with Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) 3: 1. NHP 2017 aims to reduce the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) to 100 by 2020, aligning with SDG 3.1. 2. The policy targets reducing premature mortality from Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) by 25% by 2025, contributing to SDG 3.4. 3. The overarching goal of NHP 2017 is to achieve Universal Health Coverage (UHC), directly addressing SDG 3.8. Which of the statements given above are correct?

Which of the following initiatives is NOT directly aimed at strengthening health infrastructure as per the vision of NHP 2017, particularly post-COVID-19?

The NHP 2017 emphasizes the importance of addressing 'social determinants of health'. Which of the following initiatives best exemplifies this approach?

Which of the following is a key challenge in the implementation of National Health Policy 2017, particularly in the context of federalism?

Which of the following is NOT a direct component of the Ayushman Bharat scheme as launched in 2018?

The NHP 2017 aims to increase public health expenditure to 2.5% of GDP by which year?

Which of the following is NOT a stated objective or provision of the National Health Policy 2017?

The NHP 2017 aims to reduce the Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) to which target by 2020?

Which of the following bodies plays a crucial role in policy formulation, monitoring, and facilitating coordination between the Centre and states for NHP 2017 implementation, particularly through competitive federalism?

The NHP 2017 emphasizes strengthening public health surveillance systems. Which of the following initiatives is most directly related to this objective?

Which of the following statements about the NHP 2017's approach to human resources for health (HRH) is correct?

The NHP 2017 emphasizes the importance of 'strategic purchasing' in healthcare. What does this primarily entail?

Which of the following states is often cited for its robust public health system and high health indicators, aligning with many principles of NHP 2017, even prior to its formulation?

The NHP 2017 emphasizes a 'progressively incremental assurance-based approach' to healthcare. What does 'assurance-based' primarily imply?

Which of the following is a long-term investment mission launched post-COVID-19 to strengthen public health infrastructure, aligning with NHP 2017?

The NHP 2017 aims to reduce the Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) to which target by 2019?

Which of the following is a primary focus of the NHP 2017 regarding the integration of AYUSH systems?

The NHP 2017 emphasizes strengthening public health management. Which of the following is a proposed measure to achieve this?

Which of the following is a key aspect of NHP 2017's approach to quality of care?

The NHP 2017 aims to reduce the Under-5 Mortality Rate (U5MR) to which target by 2025?

Which of the following is a key challenge identified by NHP 2017 regarding health financing in India?

The 'health in all policies' approach of NHP 2017 primarily aims to foster:

Which of the following is a key strategy proposed by NHP 2017 to address the shortage of human resources for health in rural areas?

The NHP 2017 aims to reduce the incidence of catastrophic health expenditure by what percentage by 2025?

Which of the following is a key challenge for NHP 2017 implementation highlighted by the COVID-19 pandemic?

The NHP 2017 promotes a 'multi-sectoral approach' to health. This primarily means:

Which of the following is a key objective of the National Health Policy 2017 concerning the quality of healthcare services?

The NHP 2017 aims to increase the utilization of family planning methods. This aligns with which of the following Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets?

Which of the following is a key feature of the NHP 2017's approach to health financing?

The NHP 2017 aims to achieve a life expectancy at birth of 70 years by which year?

Which of the following is a key aspect of NHP 2017's approach to digital health?