J P Nadda Keynotes 33rd PMNCH Board Meeting in Geneva

Current Context: The 33rd Partnership for Maternal, Newborn & Child Health (PMNCH) board meeting commenced on July 4, 2024, in Geneva, Switzerland.

• Smt. Aradhana Patnaik, Addl. Secretary and Mission Director (NHM), Health Ministry is leading the Indian delegation at the 33rd Board Meeting of PMNCH in Geneva.
• PMNCH is governed by a Board and administered by a Secretariat hosted by World Health Organization (WHO) in Geneva, Switzerland.
• During the opening session, Union Minister of Health and Family Welfare, Shri Jagat Prakash Nadda, delivered a keynote address via video message.
• He commended PMNCH for its commitment to the well-being of women, children, and adolescents.
• Additionally, he reiterated the Government of India’s assurance to advance this issue and foster meaningful youth engagement.
• Nadda emphasized the importance of continuing the focus on accelerating progress toward Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and preparing for the post-2030 agenda.

Question:

1 Where is the Secretariat of Partnership for Maternal, Newborn & Child Health (PMNCH) hosted?

• A) Geneva, Switzerland
• B) New York, USA
• C) London, UK
• D) Paris, France

Answer: A) The 33rd Partnership for Maternal, Newborn & Child Health (PMNCH) board meeting commenced on July 4, 2024, in Geneva, Switzerland.