Consider the following statements regarding “Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Yojana (PMJAY)”: 1. Its aim is to provide free medical surgeries to people below the poverty line. 2. It is implemented by Indian Medical Association. Which of the statements given above is/are correct? |ForumIAS

[A] 1 only

[B] 2 only

[C] Both 1 and 2

[D] Neither 1 nor 2

Answer: D

Notes:

Explanation: The ‘Jan Aushadhi Scheme’ was revamped as ‘Pradhan Mantri Jan Aushadhi Yojana’ (PMJAY).

It was launched by the Department of Pharmaceuticals, Ministry of Chemicals & Fertilizers to provide quality medicines at affordable prices to the masses.
Under the scheme, dedicated outlets known as Janaushadhi Kendras are opened to provide generic medicines at affordable prices.
The Scheme is implemented by a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, which is Pharma & Medical Bureau of India (PMBI).

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