Question

As per National Immunization Schedule (NIS) of India, arrange the following vaccines to be administered from birth to ten years of age:
(A) DPT
(B) BCG
(C) TT
(D) Measles

• A. (A), (B), (D), (C)
• B. (A), (B), (C), (D)
• C. (B), (A), (D), (C)
• D. (C), (B), (D), (A)

Hint:

The National Immunization Schedule (NIS) of India is designed to protect children from preventable diseases at the earliest possible age.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

The National Immunization Schedule (NIS) of India recommends vaccines in the following order for children from birth to 10 years:

1. BCG: Administered at birth to protect against tuberculosis.
2. DPT: Given at 6, 10, and 14 weeks to protect against diphtheria, pertussis, and tetanus.
3. Measles: Administered at 9–12 months to prevent measles.
4. TT (Tetanus Toxoid): Given at school entry (5–6 years) and again at 10 years.

This sequence ensures timely protection against major diseases as per age-specific risk.