The Nikshay Poshan Yojana under NTEP provides a direct benefit transfer of how much per month to TB patients for nutritional support?
- A Rs. 1000
- B Rs. 1500
- C Rs. 500 ✓
- D Rs. 2000
Correct answer: C. Rs. 500
Explanation
Nikshay Poshan Yojana provides Rs. 500 per month as Direct Benefit Transfer (DBT) to all notified TB patients throughout their treatment duration to address nutritional deficiency, which is a major determinant of TB outcomes in India. The Nikshay portal is used for treatment monitoring, and the scheme supports the End TB strategy target of reducing TB incidence by 80% by 2030.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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