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How does the Indian government manage health services

Explain the different ways the Indian government manages the health sector and its impact on public health.
The Indian government manages health services through various methods and initiatives. These include:
  • Public Hospitals: The Indian government establishes and manages public hospitals that provide affordable medical care to the populace. This has been an important step towards improving health care outcomes in the country.
  • Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY): This is a health insurance scheme that targets the poor and vulnerable sections of society. The government bears the cost of insurance premiums to provide cashless treatment to eligible families.
  • Ayushman Bharat: This is a flagship program launched by the government to provide better access to healthcare to the poorest of the poor. The scheme aims to provide a health cover of up to INR 5 lakh per family per year to over 10 crore families.
  • National Rural Health Mission (NRHM): This program aims to provide accessible, affordable, and quality healthcare to rural communities. It focuses on improving the availability and accessibility of primary healthcare services in rural areas.
The impact of these interventions has been mixed. While there have been improvements in some health indicators such as maternal and child health, the overall health infrastructure of the country remains inadequate. Limited funding, poor retention of skilled healthcare professionals, and unequal distribution of health facilities remain key challenges.
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Amrita Aspirants