Which city hosted the National Consultation on Accelerating Implementation of Tobacco Control Measures for achievement of Goals under National Health Policy 2017?

New Delhi
Jhabua
Gorakhpur
Udaipur

The correct answer is A. New Delhi.

The National Consultation on Accelerating Implementation of Tobacco Control Measures for achievement of Goals under National Health Policy 2017 was held in New Delhi on 23-24 February 2018. The consultation was organized by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare, Government of India, in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO).

The objective of the consultation was to review the progress made in tobacco control in India and to identify the challenges and opportunities for accelerating implementation of tobacco control measures in the country. The consultation brought together representatives from the central and state governments, civil society organizations, academia, and the private sector.

The consultation concluded with a set of recommendations for accelerating implementation of tobacco control measures in India. These recommendations included:

  • Strengthening the legal framework for tobacco control
  • Increasing awareness about the harmful effects of tobacco use
  • Providing cessation services to tobacco users
  • Raising taxes on tobacco products
  • Implementing comprehensive smoke-free laws
  • Regulating the advertising and promotion of tobacco products

The consultation was a significant step forward in the fight against tobacco in India. The recommendations made at the consultation will help to accelerate implementation of tobacco control measures in the country and save lives.

Option B, Jhabua, is incorrect because the National Consultation on Accelerating Implementation of Tobacco Control Measures for achievement of Goals under National Health Policy 2017 was not held in Jhabua.

Option C, Gorakhpur, is incorrect because the National Consultation on Accelerating Implementation of Tobacco Control Measures for achievement of Goals under National Health Policy 2017 was not held in Gorakhpur.

Option D, Udaipur, is incorrect because the National Consultation on Accelerating Implementation of Tobacco Control Measures for achievement of Goals under National Health Policy 2017 was not held in Udaipur.