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    Which of the following is incorrect in regards to Janani Suraksha Yojana

    A Janani Suraksha Yojana was launched in April 2005 by modifying the National Maternity Benefit Scheme Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B JSY is a 75 % centrally sponsored scheme and it integrates cash assistance with delivery and post-delivery care. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C The Yojana has identified Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHA) as an effective link between the government and pregnant women. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D It is applicable to up to 2 live births to pregnant women. Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

      JSY is a 100 % centrally sponsored scheme and it integrates cash assistance with delivery and post-delivery care and is being implemented with the objective of reducing maternal and infant mortality by promoting institutional delivery among pregnant women. Under the JSY, eligible pregnant women are entitled to cash assistance irrespective of the mother's age and number of children for giving birth in a government or accredited private health facility.

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