The correct answer is: C. 2018
Ayushman Bharat, also known as Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana (PMJAY), is a national health insurance scheme launched by the Government of India in 2018. It is the world’s largest government-funded health insurance scheme, providing coverage to over 500 million people.
The scheme covers a wide range of medical expenses, including hospitalization, surgery, and medicines. It also covers pre- and post-hospitalization expenses, such as transportation and accommodation.
Ayushman Bharat is a major step towards universal health coverage in India. It is expected to improve access to healthcare for millions of people and reduce out-of-pocket expenses.
The following are the options for the question:
- A. 2016: This is incorrect. Ayushman Bharat was launched in 2018.
- B. 2017: This is incorrect. Ayushman Bharat was launched in 2018.
- C. 2018: This is the correct answer. Ayushman Bharat was launched in 2018.
- D. 2020: This is incorrect. Ayushman Bharat was launched in 2018.