Q. With reference to Leprosy, consider the following statements
1.Leprosy is one of the neglected tropical diseases.
2.Reconstructive Surgeries are conducted under National Leprosy Eradication Programme.
Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Answer: C
Notes:
Both the statements are correct.
Leprosy is one of the neglected tropical diseases.
National Leprosy Eradication Programme is a centrally sponsored scheme. Its vision is “Leprosy-free India”. Under this, action is taken for early case detection, complete treatment of detected cases and to contain the onset of disease in close contacts.
Under the programme, Reconstructive Surgeries are conducted and welfare allowance is paid to each patient undergoing Reconstructive Surgeries.
Source: All India Radio
