Under the RMNCH+A strategy, the 'Pradhan Mantri Surakshit Matritva Abhiyan' (PMSMA) provides fixed-day assured comprehensive antenatal care on which day of every month?

• A 28th of every month
• B 15th of every month
• C 1st of every month
• D 9th of every month ✓

Explanation

PMSMA provides fixed-day assured comprehensive antenatal care services on the 9th of every month at designated government health facilities. This initiative aims to reduce maternal and neonatal mortality by providing quality antenatal care. The 9th day was chosen as a memorable fixed date for both beneficiaries and service providers.

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

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