Community Medicine (PSM) · Demography and Health Indicators

The Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) as reported in the Sample Registration System (SRS) 2018–2020 for India was:

  • A 97 per 100,000 live births
  • B 130 per 100,000 live births
  • C 72 per 100,000 live births
  • D 167 per 100,000 live births
Correct answer: A. 97 per 100,000 live births

Explanation

India's MMR as per SRS 2018–2020 was 97 per 1,00,000 live births, a significant decline from 254 (2004–06), 167 (2011–13), and 113 (2016–18). India has achieved the Sustainable Development Goal target of MMR < 70 by 2030 in several states (Kerala, Maharashtra), though national target achievement is still in progress.

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

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