First National AIDS Control Programme–I launched in–

Correct option is A

Sol. India launched the National AIDS Control Programme (NACP-I) in 1992 to combat the rising HIV/AIDS epidemic. The focus was on blood safety, public awareness, and establishing HIV surveillance systems. It marked the beginning of organized efforts to reduce HIV transmission and stigma. The program was later expanded in phases (NACP-II in 1999, NACP-III in 2007, NACP-IV in 2012). NACO was also formed under this program.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) 1992 – Correct answer. NACP-I was officially launched with World Bank assistance in this year.
· (b) 1994 – Incorrect; this year saw progress, but not the program’s launch.
· (c) 1996 – By this time, the program was already running in full swing with surveillance activities.
· (d) 1997 – Too late; NACP-II preparations began around this time, not the original program launch.