Question: Consider the following statements:
(1) The National Digital Health Mission (NDHM) was launched by Prime Minister Narendra Modi on 16 August 2020.
(2) The Mission has been rolled out on a pilot mode in Chandigarh, Ladakh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep.
Of the above correct statement/s is/are:
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both 1&2
(d) None of the above
Answer: (c)
Related facts:
- On 16th August 2020, Prime Minister Narendra Modi has launched the National Digital Health Mission (NDHM).
About:
- Every Indian will have an Aadhar like ID card containing all relevant information about his/her medical conditions and treatments and tests.
- The vision of National Digital Health Mission is to create a national digital health ecosystem which provides timely and efficient access to inclusive, affordable, and safe healthcare to all citizens.
- The initiative which is completely technology based will revolutionise the health sector in India.
Implementation:
- The National Digital Health Mission has been rolled out on a pilot mode in six Union territories.
- The six Union Territories where the mission has been rolled out through a pilot launch are Chandigarh, Ladakh, Dadra and Nagar Haveli and Daman and Diu, Puducherry, Andaman and Nicobar Islands and Lakshadweep.
- The mission will be implemented in all parts of the country after studying the initial results of the pilot launch.
- The National Health Authority (NHA), which is also the apex agency responsible for the implementation of Ayushman Bharat Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana has been given the mandate by the government to design, build, roll-out and implement the NDHM in the country.
By-Amar Mani Upadhyay
Links:
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