The National AIDS Control Programme (NACP) was launched in–

Correct option is D

Sol. The National AIDS Control Programme (NACP) was launched in 1992 by the Government of India. It is implemented by NACO (National AIDS Control Organization) under the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare. The goal is to prevent and control HIV/AIDS spread through awareness, testing, ART treatment, and care services. NACP has undergone multiple phases, currently in NACP-V (2021–26).
Explanation of each option:
· (a) 1990 – Incorrect. During this time, India was still in the planning phase and did not formally launch NACP.
· (b) 1989 – Incorrect. Although the first AIDS case in India was reported in 1986, the national program started later.
· (c) 1979 – Incorrect. This predates the first recorded AIDS case in the world (1981), so not possible.
· (d) 1992 – Correct. The official launch year of India’s National AIDS Control Programme was 1992 to curb HIV transmission and provide ART care.