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

Under Mission Indradhanush (intensified phase), the primary target children are those who are:

  • A Fully immunized but requiring booster doses
  • B Only newborns in institutional deliveries
  • C Unvaccinated or partially vaccinated, aged 0-2 years
  • D Children aged 5-10 years in urban slums
Correct answer: C. Unvaccinated or partially vaccinated, aged 0-2 years

Explanation

Mission Indradhanush was launched in 2014 to achieve full immunization coverage for children who are unvaccinated or partially vaccinated, aged 0-2 years, and pregnant women in high-risk areas. The intensified phase (iMI) specifically targets districts with the highest number of unimmunized or partially immunized children to close immunization gaps.

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

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