Budge proportion between central and state for National Urban Health Mission NUHM program?

Appeared in: RRB Staff Nurse Delhi-2015

Explanation

The funding for the National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) is shared between the Central and State governments.
For General Category States, the original funding pattern was a 75:25 ratio, with the Centre contributing 75% and the State contributing 25%.
Although this ratio was later revised to 60:40, the 75:25 option reflects the program's initial financial structure and is the correct choice among the given options.

Option B: A 50:50 cost-sharing model is used for some other centrally sponsored schemes, but it has not been the standard for NUHM.
Option C: This funding model under NUHM is reserved only for Union Territories (UTs) that do not have a legislature.
Option D: This incorrectly reverses the roles of the Centre and State. The Central government is the majority funder in this partnership.

Visual 1: Infographic: A chart illustrating the Centre-State funding ratios for NUHM, showing the breakdown for General States (original and revised), Special Category States, and Union Territories.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Funding pattern of National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
Understanding the financial architecture of national health programs like NUHM is vital for community health nurses and public health managers for effective program planning, resource allocation, and advocacy.
Knowledge of these funding ratios helps in ensuring the smooth implementation and sustainability of health services for vulnerable urban populations, including slum dwellers.
What if? If the question had asked for the funding pattern in a North-Eastern state (a special category state), the correct ratio would be 90:10, as these states receive higher central assistance.

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the core of the question: it asks for the financial sharing pattern of the NUHM program.
Recall the standard funding patterns for centrally sponsored schemes in India. Note that these can vary based on the type of state (General vs. Special Category) and may have changed over time.
Evaluate the given options. The ratio 75:25 is a common historical pattern for many central schemes.
Compare the options with the known facts about NUHM. The original funding for general states was 75:25 (Centre:State).
Consider that exam questions may sometimes use original, not revised, data. Select the option that aligns with the program's established funding rules, especially since the current 60:40 ratio is not an option.

Concept Tested & Keywords

Concept Tested: Funding pattern of National Urban Health Mission (NUHM)
Stem keywords: National Urban Health Mission, NUHM, budget proportion, central, state
Lead-in keywords: BEST, MOST RELEVANT CLUE
Negative lead-in flag: false

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