When was the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana approved?

Correct option is D

Ans: (d) 2006 Sol. The Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) was approved by the Government of India in 2006. This scheme aims to improve access to quality healthcare in underserved areas and focuses on setting up AIIMS-like institutions across India to enhance medical infrastructure and training.
Explanation of each option:
· (a) 1989: The Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana was not launched in 1989. This year is not associated with the launch of the scheme.
· (b) 1997: This year is also not associated with the launch of the PMSSY. The scheme was approved later.
· (c) 2004: While healthcare reforms were taking place in India during this period, the Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana was not approved in 2004.
· (d) 2006: Correct answer. The Pradhan Mantri Swasthya Suraksha Yojana (PMSSY) was approved by the Indian Government in 2006, with the objective of enhancing healthcare infrastructure, particularly in underserved regions.