Question

Explain the rural health issues in India.

Answer 1

The following are some of the major issues :

Hunger and Undernutrition

Malaria

Tuberculosis

Snake and Animal Bites

Maternal Health

Answer 2

The six decades of Indian independence have witnessed too many plans, papers and proposals giving top priority to the health issues in India. Unfortunately, despite huge economic growth, health continues to be the greatest predicament. Even the WHO slogans ‘Health for All’, ‘Millennium Development Goals and more recently ‘universal health care have not translated into meaningful action on ground. The accessibility of healthcare as well as utilization of available healthcare facilities, especially in rural areas, continue to be poor in India.