Question

    Which one of the following is not a feature of Ayushman Bharat Scheme?

    A There is no cap on family size and age. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B The scheme includes pre- and post-hospitalization expenses. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C A defined transport allowance per hospitalization will also be paid to the beneficiary. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D The scheme provides a benefit cover of Rs. 10 lakh per family. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of the above Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Ayushman Bharat is a flagship scheme of Government of India to achieve the vision of Universal Health Coverage (UHC). The main aim is to meet Sustainable Development Goals and its underlining commitment, which is to "leave no one behind. Following are the main points of the scheme: It will provide a cover of 5 lakh per family per year for medical treatment in every empanelled hospitals, both public and private. E-cards are being provided to the eligible beneficiaries based on the deprivation and occupational criteria of Socio-Economic Caste Census 2011. There is no restriction on family size, age or gender. All previous medical conditions are covered under the scheme. It also covers 3 days of hospitalization and 15 days of post hospitalization, including diagnostic care and expenses on medicines.

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