The RMNCH+A strategy integrates reproductive, maternal, newborn, child and adolescent health. The 'A' component refers to adolescent health and is implemented primarily through which platform?
- A Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA)
- B Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK) ✓
- C Janani Suraksha Yojana (JSY)
- D National School Health Programme
Correct answer: B. Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK)
Explanation
The Adolescent component of RMNCH+A is implemented through RKSK, which provides adolescents aged 10–19 years comprehensive healthcare including sexual and reproductive health, nutrition, mental health, substance abuse prevention, and injury prevention using Adolescent-Friendly Health Clinics (AFHC) at PHC level. PMSMA focuses on quality antenatal care on the 9th of every month. JSY is a conditional cash transfer for institutional delivery.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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