The goal of Mission Indradhanush launched by the Government of India is to?

Daman & Diu Staff Nurse - 2018

Community Health Nursing

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Appeared in: Daman & Diu Staff Nurse - 2018

Explanation

Mission Indradhanush was launched by the Government of India on December 25, 2014, to strengthen and re-energize the Universal Immunization Programme (UIP).
Its primary objective is to ensure that all children under the age of two and pregnant women are fully immunized against vaccine-preventable diseases.
The mission focuses on reaching the 'unreached'—those who have been either unvaccinated or partially vaccinated.
The name 'Indradhanush' (rainbow) initially symbolized the seven diseases targeted: Diphtheria, Pertussis, Tetanus, Polio, Tuberculosis, Measles, and Hepatitis B.

Option B: This option is incorrect because achieving universal primary education is the main goal of a different government program.
Option C: While Mission Indradhanush does include vaccinating pregnant women (against Tetanus), its scope is specific to immunization. Improving overall maternal health is a much broader objective.
Option D: This is a broad socio-economic goal, not the specific objective of a targeted health mission like Indradhanush.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain The primary objective of the Government of India's 'Mission Indradhanush' public health initiative as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
Nurses are the backbone of Mission Indradhanush, responsible for meticulous planning of immunization sessions, tracking beneficiaries, maintaining the vaccine cold chain, and administering vaccines safely.
A key nursing responsibility is community mobilization and health education, counseling parents on the importance of completing the immunization schedule and dispelling myths or fears about vaccination.
Accurate documentation in the Mother and Child Protection (MCP) card is a critical nursing function that ensures continuity of care and helps track immunization coverage at local and national levels.

How to Approach the Question

First, identify the key term in the question: 'Mission Indradhanush'. This is a specific, named government program.
Recall or deduce the nature of this program. The name 'Indradhanush' (rainbow) is a clue, often associated with multiple components, which in this health context refers to multiple vaccines.
Analyze the options based on this understanding. Option A ('Vaccinate all under 2 years children') is a specific, targeted health intervention.
Options B ('primary education'), C ('maternal health'), and D ('poverty and hunger') represent different sectors or much broader goals.
Compare the specific nature of the program name with the options. 'Mission Indradhanush' is a well-known immunization drive. Therefore, the option related to vaccination is the most logical fit.
Select the option that directly aligns with the primary, well-publicized goal of the mission.

Concept Tested & Keywords

Concept Tested: The primary objective of the Government of India's 'Mission Indradhanush' public health initiative.
Stem keywords: Mission Indradhanush, Government of India, goal
Lead-in keywords: BEST, MOST RELEVANT CLUE
Negative lead-in flag: false

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