Community Medicine (PSM) · National Health Programmes (NTEP, NVBDCP, NACP, NIS, RMNCH+A)

The Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) in India as per SRS 2018-20 was approximately:

  • A 97 per 100,000 live births
  • B 70 per 100,000 live births
  • C 113 per 100,000 live births
  • D 130 per 100,000 live births
Correct answer: A. 97 per 100,000 live births

Explanation

India's Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) declined to 97 per 100,000 live births as per SRS 2018-20, a significant improvement from 130 (SRS 2014-16) and 167 (SRS 2011-13). The Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) target is <70 by 2030. States like Kerala (19), Maharashtra (33), and Tamil Nadu (54) have achieved SDG targets, while states like Assam (195) remain high.

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

High-yield for: NEET PGINI-CETNExTFMGEUSMLEPLABMRCP

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