Full form of DOTS is–

Correct option is A

Sol. DOTS stands for Directly Observed Treatment, Short-Course, which is a global strategy recommended by WHO for the effective control of tuberculosis (TB). It involves supervised intake of TB medications to ensure compliance, reduce resistance, and improve cure rates. DOTS was the foundation for India’s Revised National TB Control Programme (RNTCP).
Explanation of each option:
· (a) Directly Observed Treatment Short-Course – Correct Answer. It ensures a health worker observes the patient taking medication to prevent missed doses and incomplete treatment.
· (b) Distantly Observed Treatment – Not a valid model. Monitoring must be in-person or via digital adherence in modern setups.
· (c) Distinctly Overviewed Tele Short–Course – Fabricated and not a recognized public health term or WHO-approved TB control strategy.
· (d) Differently Overviewed Tuberculosis Strategy – Incorrect and not supported by any TB management protocol.