The correct answer is B) Arogya Karnataka.
Aarogya Karnataka is a health insurance scheme for the economically weaker sections in Karnataka. It was launched in 2011 and provides free medical treatment to beneficiaries up to a limit of Rs. 5 lakhs per year. The scheme is funded by the state government and is implemented by the Karnataka Health and Family Welfare Department.
Aarogya Karnataka is a comprehensive health insurance scheme that covers a wide range of medical expenses, including hospitalization, surgery, and medicines. It also covers preventive care services such as immunization and cancer screening. The scheme is open to all citizens of Karnataka who are below the poverty line.
To avail the benefits of Aarogya Karnataka, beneficiaries need to register with the scheme. They can do so by visiting the nearest government hospital or Arogya Karnataka Seva Kendra. Once registered, beneficiaries will be issued a smart card that they can use to avail the benefits of the scheme.
Aarogya Karnataka has been a major success in providing affordable healthcare to the people of Karnataka. It has helped to reduce out-of-pocket expenditure on healthcare and has improved access to quality healthcare services. The scheme has also helped to improve the health status of the people of Karnataka.
The other options are incorrect because:
- Ayushman Bharat is a national health insurance scheme that is not specific to Karnataka.
- Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana is a government-sponsored health insurance scheme that is available to all citizens of India.
- ESIC is a social security scheme for employees in the organized sector.