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In 2005, ASHA was instituted by the Government of India's Ministry of Health and Family Welfare as a part of the National Rural Health Mission. What i
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In 2005, ASHA was instituted by the Government of India's Ministry of Health and Family Welfare as a part of the National Rural Health Mission. What is the full form of 'ASHA'?

A.

Active Social Health Activist

B.

Accredited School Health Activist

C.

Accredited Social Health Activist

D.

Active School Health Activist

Correct option is C

The correct answer is (C) Accredited Social Health Activist.
Explanation:
  • ASHA stands for Accredited Social Health Activist.
  • It was instituted in 2005 by the Government of India’s Ministry of Health and Family Welfare as part of the National Rural Health Mission (NRHM).
  • The role of an ASHA is to act as a bridge between the rural community and the healthcare system, providing health education, promoting maternal and child health, and helping communities access healthcare services.
  • ASHAs are community health workers who play a crucial role in improving health outcomes in rural areas.

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