Which of the following best explains the term "medical tourism"? |ForumIAS

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[A] Export of pharmaceutical products

[B] Travel for participating in medical conferences

[C] Traveling to another country for affordable and quality healthcare

[D] Promoting traditional medicine systems abroad

Answer: C

Notes:

Explanation:

Medical tourism refers to patients traveling across borders to access cost-effective, quality healthcare services.

Source- 11th NCERT: Economics: Indian Economic Development and TMH Indian Economy by Ramesh Singh