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Polity & Governance2023
Consider the following statements: Statement-I: India’s public sector health care system largely focuses on curative care with limited preventive, promotive and rehabilitative care. Statement-II: Under India’s decentralized approach to health care delivery, the States are primarily responsible for organizing health services. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above statements?

Explanation

Both Statement-I and Statement-II are correct, but Statement-II does not explain Statement-I. India's public sector health care system indeed emphasizes curative care, which can lead to neglecting preventive and promotive health services. This focus is compounded by the decentralized approach, where states are responsible for health service organization, yet they often prioritize immediate care needs over long-term public health strategies. Thus, while both statements highlight important aspects of India's health care system, they address different dimensions of the challenges faced in health care delivery.

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