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Download Solution PDFWhich one of the following is the main objective of Janani Suraksha Yojana?
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is Option 1Key PointsJanani Suraksha Yojana:
- The scheme, launched on 12 April 2005 by the Hon’ble Prime Minister, is under implementation in all states and Union Territories (UTs), with a special focus on Low Performing States (LPS).
- The Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY) is a Govt of India-sponsored Scheme which is being implemented with the objective of reducing maternal and infant mortality by promoting institutional delivery among pregnant women. Hence option 1 is correct
- Under the JSY, eligible pregnant women are entitled for cash assistance irrespective of the age of the mother and number of children for giving birth in a government or accredited private health facility.
- The scheme also provides performance-based incentives to women health volunteers known as ASHA (Accredited Social Health Activists) for promoting institutional delivery among pregnant women.
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