State PCS PYQPrelims 2023

UPPCS · Question 145

Which one of the following is the main objective of Janani Suraksha Yojana?

  1. Reduction in neo-natal mortality rate only
  2. Reduction in maternal and neo-natal mortality rate
  3. Reduction in infant mortality rate only
  4. Reduction in maternal mortality rate only
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Answer: (B) Reduction in maternal and neo-natal mortality rate

Explanation

JSY (2005) promotes institutional deliveries to reduce both maternal and neonatal mortality.