Anemia Mukt Bharat (AMB) strategy under the National Iron Plus Initiative (NIPI) identifies 'six interventions across six target beneficiary groups' to combat anemia. Which of the following is a targeted beneficiary group under AMB?
- A Adult males aged 20–40 years
- B Elderly men above 60 years
- C Adolescent boys 10–19 years ✓
- D Women above 45 years in post-menopausal period
Correct answer: C. Adolescent boys 10–19 years
Explanation
Anemia Mukt Bharat (AMB), launched in 2018, targets six beneficiary groups: children (6–59 months), children (5–9 years), adolescent girls (10–19 years), adolescent boys (10–19 years), pregnant women, and non-pregnant/non-lactating women of reproductive age (15–49 years). The key insight is that adolescent boys are explicitly included—a newer addition recognizing high anemia burden in this group. Post-menopausal women and elderly men are not targeted beneficiary groups.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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