The Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) as per Sample Registration System (SRS) 2020 for India is approximately:

• A 28 per 1000 live births ✓
• B 35 per 1000 live births
• C 44 per 1000 live births
• D 53 per 1000 live births

Explanation

SRS 2020 reported India's IMR at 28 per 1000 live births, reflecting significant progress from 57 in 2005–06 (NFHS-3 period). Urban IMR (19) is lower than rural IMR (31). The SDG target for IMR is 12 or fewer by 2030. Neonatal mortality contributes approximately 68% of infant deaths in India. Key interventions reducing IMR include institutional deliveries, SNCU/NRC establishment, KMC, and universal immunisation.

Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.

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