Question

Given below are two statements : Statement I : “Vandemataram Scheme” is a voluntary scheme where any obstetric and gynaecology specialist, maternity home, nursing home, lady doctor/MBBS doctor can volunteer themselves for providing safe motherhood services. Statement II : ‘ASHA incentive of Rs. 200 in urban areas include Rs. 100 for ANC component and Rs 100 for accompanying pregnant woman for institutional delivery. In the light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below :

• A. \( \text{Both Statement I and Statement II are true} \)
• B. \( \text{Both Statement I and Statement II are false} \)
• C. \( \text{Statement I is true but Statement II is false} \)
• D. \( \text{Statement I is false but Statement II is true} \)

Hint:

\textbf{Public Health: National Health Programs in India.} Familiarity with key national health schemes like the Vandemataram Scheme and the role and incentives of ASHAs under the NHM is important for understanding healthcare delivery in India. Specific details about incentive amounts can vary.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is C

Let's analyze each statement: Statement I: “Vandemataram Scheme” is a voluntary scheme where any obstetric and gynaecology specialist, maternity home, nursing home, lady doctor/MBBS doctor can volunteer themselves for providing safe motherhood services. The Vandemataram Scheme, launched in India, is indeed a voluntary scheme that encourages private sector obstetricians and gynecologists, as well as maternity homes and nursing homes, to volunteer their services for providing free antenatal care (ANC) and safe motherhood services to pregnant women, especially those from underserved populations. Lady doctors and MBBS doctors with relevant experience can also volunteer. Therefore, Statement I is true. Statement II: ‘ASHA incentive of Rs. 200 in urban areas include Rs. 100 for ANC component and Rs 100 for accompanying pregnant woman for institutional delivery. Accredited Social Health Activists (ASHAs) receive incentives for various activities under the National Health Mission (NHM). While ASHAs do receive incentives for ANC and for accompanying pregnant women for institutional delivery, the specific amount of Rs. 200 in urban areas with a Rs. 100 split for each component might not be universally accurate and can vary based on the specific guidelines and context of the urban health program in different states or regions. The incentives for ASHAs, particularly in urban areas, can be structured differently and might not always follow this exact Rs. 100 + Rs. 100 breakdown. Therefore, Statement II is likely false due to the potentially inaccurate specific incentive amounts mentioned for urban ASHAs. In conclusion, Statement I is true, but Statement II is false.