- According to the Pharmaceuticals & Medical Devices Bureau of India, the vision of the scheme is to bring down the healthcare budget of every citizen of India through providing “Quality Generic Medicines at Affordable Prices”.
- The Jan Aushadhi Kendras are dedicated outlets that provide generic medicines at low cost. As on 06.08.2021, 8012 Janaushadhi Kendras are functional across the country.
- The product basket of PMBJP comprises 1451 drugs and 240 surgical items. The government has also launched a mobile app called “Jan Aushadhi Sugam” to help people locate their nearest Janaushadhi Kendra and check the availability and price of medicines.
- The Prime Minister Narendra Modi has said that Jan Aushadhi Kendras have given the populace, particularly the middle class, new authority.
Question:
Q.1 How many Janaushadhi Kendras are functional across the country as on 06.08.2021?a. 5000
b. 1000
c. 8012
d. 1200
