The RMNCH+A strategy (2013) added adolescent health ('A') to the earlier reproductive and child health framework. The 'A' component primarily targets adolescents aged:
- A 10–19 years ✓
- B 5–10 years
- C 15–25 years
- D 12–21 years
Correct answer: A. 10–19 years
Explanation
The RMNCH+A strategy defines adolescents as those aged 10–19 years per WHO criteria, and the Rashtriya Kishor Swasthya Karyakram (RKSK) operationalizes the 'A' component targeting this age group. RKSK covers nutrition, sexual and reproductive health, mental health, substance misuse prevention, non-communicable disease prevention, and violence/injury prevention, delivered through peer educators at community and school levels.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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