Under the Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan (PMSMA), fixed-day antenatal care checkups are conducted on the _____ of every month at public health facilities:
- A 1st
- B 9th ✓
- C 15th
- D Last day
Correct answer: B. 9th
Explanation
PMSMA conducts dedicated ANC clinics on the 9th of every month at government health facilities (PHCs, CHCs, district hospitals). These camps provide comprehensive ANC services including ultrasound, blood tests, and specialist consultation to all pregnant women, especially those in the second and third trimester. Private sector participation is also encouraged under the scheme.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
High-yield for: NEET PGINI-CETNExTFMGEUSMLEPLABMRCP
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