The National TB programme (NTP) was launched by the Government of India in year _______________ in the form of District TB Centre Model involved with BCG Vaccination and TB treatment.

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (a) 1962.

Explanation:
The National TB Programme (NTP) was launched by the Government of India in 1962. It initially followed a District TB Centre Model and was primarily focused on BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guerin) vaccination and providing TB (Tuberculosis) treatment to curb the spread of tuberculosis in the country. This program was later expanded to include more comprehensive measures for TB control and prevention.

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Key Features of NTP:

• Aimed at reducing the incidence and prevalence of TB in India.
• BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guerin) Vaccination was introduced to prevent the spread of tuberculosis, especially among children.
• Emphasis on early diagnosis, free treatment, and public health awareness.

Evolution of NTP:

• Over the years, the NTP has evolved to incorporate directly observed treatment short-course (DOTS) under the Revised National TB Control Programme (RNTCP) in 1997.
• In 2006, the program expanded to universal access with free TB diagnosis and treatment across India.

Present Day:

• Under the National Strategic Plan (2017-2025), India aims for TB elimination by 2025, five years ahead of the global target.

Other Programs Related to TB Control:

• BCG (Bacillus Calmette-Guerin): Introduced globally in 1921, BCG vaccination remains one of the most widely used preventive vaccines against TB.