A newborn is diagnosed with congenital talipes equinovarus (clubfoot). What is the first-line standard management?

Correct option is B

The Ponseti method (gentle manipulation + weekly casting) is the gold standard for initial management of clubfoot. Surgery is considered only if casting fails.
Explanation of options: (a) ✘ Surgery is not first-line; used only if conservative management fails. (b) ✔ Correct; Ponseti casting is globally accepted first-line treatment. (c) ✘ Denis Browne splint is for maintenance after correction, not initial therapy. (d) ✘ Waiting delays treatment and worsens deformity.