Under the RMNCH+A strategy, the 'A' stands for Adolescents and includes the Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK). Which of the following is the TARGET age group for RKSK?
- A 5–14 years
- B 15–24 years
- C 10–19 years ✓
- D 10–24 years
Correct answer: C. 10–19 years
Explanation
RKSK (Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram), launched in 2014 under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, targets adolescents aged 10–19 years, addressing six thematic areas: nutrition, sexual and reproductive health, substance misuse, non-communicable diseases, injuries and violence (including gender-based violence), and mental health. Adolescent Friendly Health Clinics (AFHCs) are set up at CHC/PHC level for this group.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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