Under India's National Immunization Schedule (NIS) as updated in 2023–24, Pneumococcal Conjugate Vaccine (PCV) is given at:
- A 6 weeks, 14 weeks, and 9 months (3 + 1 schedule) ✓
- B 6, 10, and 14 weeks only (3-dose primary)
- C 2, 4, and 6 months with booster at 12–15 months
- D 6 weeks and 14 weeks only (2-dose primary)
Correct answer: A. 6 weeks, 14 weeks, and 9 months (3 + 1 schedule)
Explanation
India introduced PCV (PCV10 or PCV13 depending on state) into the Universal Immunization Programme with a 3 + 1 schedule: primary doses at 6 weeks, 14 weeks, and a booster at 9 months. This 3 + 1 schedule is currently recommended by MoHFW India for all states where PCV has been rolled out.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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