‘Mission Indradhanush’ launched by the Government of India pertains to

1. A. immunization of children and pregnant women
2. B. construction of smart cities across the country
3. C. India’s own search for the Earth-like planets in outer space
4. D. New Educational Policy

Answer: A

Explanation

Mission Indradhanush: It was launched by Ministry of Health and Family Welfare on 25th Dec 2014. The objective is to ensure that all children under the age of two years as well as pregnant women are fully immunized with seven vaccine preventable diseases. By 2020, provide vaccination to all children who are either unvaccinated or partially vaccinated against: Diptheria, Pertussis (Whooping cough) Tetanus, Tuberculosis, Polio, Measles and Hepatitis B The aim is to reach atleast 90% vaccination. At present the immunisation is around 65%.