30Apr 2026

NSO Survey Highlights Improved Healthcare Access and Utilisation

NSO Survey Highlights Improved Healthcare Access and Utilisation Why in the News ? The National Statistical Office released findings from its 80th health survey, showing improved health-seeking behaviour, rising insurance coverage, and increased use of public healthcare facilities, indicating progress in India’s healthcare accessibility and affordability. Improved Health-Seeking Behaviour and Coverage: The Proportion of Population …

India Sets 3 Guinness World Records in Health Drive

India Sets Three Guinness Records in Health Campaign Why in the News? India has achieved three Guinness World Records under the ‘Swasth Nari, Sashakt Parivar Abhiyaan’ campaign, showcasing a massive public health outreach involving over 3.21 crore participants, promoting women’s health, breast cancer awareness, and digital health screenings nationwide through community participation and inter-ministerial collaboration. …

India’s Maternal Mortality: Progress and Challenges

India’s Maternal Health Crisis Syllabus GS 2: Health Why in the News? Recently, India reported a Maternal Mortality Ratio of 93 per 1 lakh live births (2019–21), highlighting the urgent need to address systemic gaps in maternal healthcare services. Introduction Despite progress in healthcare, maternal deaths continue to be a serious concern in India. According …

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NSO Survey Highlights Improved Healthcare Access and Utilisation

India Sets 3 Guinness World Records in Health Drive

India’s Maternal Mortality: Progress and Challenges

UPSC Prelims 2026 Live Paper Discussion & Detailed Answer Key Analysis