Multiple Choice Questions on “The Impact of COVID-19 on India’s Healthcare System”

Section 1: General Impact

1. What was one major challenge faced by India’s healthcare system during the initial phases of the COVID-19 pandemic?
   • A. Shortage of skilled labor
   • B. Lack of hospitals
   • C. Inadequate testing facilities
   • D. Absence of health insurance Answer: C. Inadequate testing facilities
2. Which initiative was launched by the Indian government to increase healthcare infrastructure during the pandemic?
   • A. Ayushman Bharat Mission
   • B. Pradhan Mantri Garib Kalyan Yojana
   • C. PM CARES Fund
   • D. Atmanirbhar Bharat Abhiyan Answer: C. PM CARES Fund
3. What was the primary purpose of establishing COVID-19 care centers in India?
   • A. To provide long-term care for chronic patients
   • B. To isolate and treat mild and moderate cases
   • C. To conduct mass testing for COVID-19
   • D. To vaccinate individuals Answer: B. To isolate and treat mild and moderate cases
4. Which of the following highlighted the urban-rural healthcare disparity during the COVID-19 pandemic?
   • A. Unequal vaccine distribution
   • B. Shortage of oxygen cylinders
   • C. Lack of healthcare personnel in rural areas
   • D. All of the above Answer: D. All of the above
5. The “Jan Andolan” campaign was launched to promote which key aspect of pandemic management?
   • A. Vaccine development
   • B. COVID-appropriate behavior
   • C. Testing and tracing
   • D. Healthcare worker training Answer: B. COVID-appropriate behavior

Section 2: Healthcare Infrastructure

6. What was the purpose of the Aarogya Setu app during the COVID-19 pandemic?
   • A. To facilitate online education
   • B. To track and trace COVID-19 infections
   • C. To provide telemedicine services
   • D. To distribute vaccines Answer: B. To track and trace COVID-19 infections
7. Which sector played a crucial role in supplementing government efforts in healthcare delivery during the pandemic?
   • A. Pharmaceutical sector
   • B. Private healthcare sector
   • C. Educational sector
   • D. Manufacturing sector Answer: B. Private healthcare sector
8. How did India address the shortage of ventilators during the COVID-19 crisis?
   • A. Imported ventilators
   • B. Encouraged domestic production
   • C. Relied on non-invasive oxygen therapy
   • D. All of the above Answer: D. All of the above
9. What role did makeshift hospitals play during the pandemic?
   • A. They served as vaccination hubs
   • B. They provided additional beds for COVID-19 patients
   • C. They trained healthcare workers
   • D. They were used for research purposes Answer: B. They provided additional beds for COVID-19 patients
10. Which organization supported India in upgrading its testing capacity?

• A. WHO
• B. UNICEF
• C. UNDP
• D. All of the above Answer: A. WHO

Section 3: Economic and Social Impact

11. How did the COVID-19 pandemic economically impact India’s healthcare system?

• A. Increased health expenditure
• B. Decline in routine healthcare services
• C. Both A and B
• D. None of the above Answer: C. Both A and B

12. Which demographic faced the greatest barriers to healthcare access during the pandemic?

• A. Urban poor
• B. Rural communities
• C. Elderly population
• D. All of the above Answer: D. All of the above

13. The COVID-19 pandemic led to an increase in cases of which non-communicable disease due to deferred treatment?

• A. Diabetes
• B. Cardiovascular diseases
• C. Cancer
• D. All of the above Answer: D. All of the above

14. Which sector was heavily burdened due to the diversion of healthcare resources for COVID-19?

• A. Maternal and child health
• B. Infectious diseases
• C. Mental health services
• D. All of the above Answer: D. All of the above

15. How did COVID-19 impact mental health in India?

• A. Increased cases of anxiety and depression
• B. Strengthened mental health support systems
• C. Both A and B
• D. Neither A nor B Answer: A. Increased cases of anxiety and depression

Section 4: Policy Responses and Innovations

16. The Pradhan Mantri Ayushman Bharat Health Infrastructure Mission was launched in 2021 for what purpose?

• A. To address the immediate needs of COVID-19
• B. To strengthen the overall healthcare system
• C. To provide direct cash transfers
• D. To increase private healthcare facilities Answer: B. To strengthen the overall healthcare system

17. What was the significance of Mission COVID Suraksha?

• A. Ensuring food security
• B. Accelerating vaccine development
• C. Providing employment opportunities
• D. Developing COVID-19 testing kits Answer: B. Accelerating vaccine development

18. Which state was the first to declare COVID-19 as a state disaster?

• A. Maharashtra
• B. Kerala
• C. Tamil Nadu
• D. Uttar Pradesh Answer: B. Kerala

19. How did India’s pharmaceutical sector contribute to the global fight against COVID-19?

• A. Exporting generic drugs
• B. Supplying vaccines
• C. Both A and B
• D. None of the above Answer: C. Both A and B

20. Which initiative focused on training healthcare workers for pandemic preparedness?

• A. National Skill Development Mission
• B. iGOT e-learning platform
• C. Digital India Program
• D. Skill India Campaign Answer: B. iGOT e-learning platform

Section 5: Lessons Learned and Future Directions

21. What is a key lesson from COVID-19 for India’s healthcare system?

• A. Self-reliance in vaccine production
• B. Importance of digital health infrastructure
• C. Need for a robust public health system
• D. All of the above Answer: D. All of the above

22. Which policy measure can strengthen India’s healthcare system post-COVID-19?

• A. Universal health coverage
• B. Decentralized healthcare planning
• C. Increased healthcare funding
• D. All of the above Answer: D. All of the above

23. What is the primary goal of India’s National Digital Health Mission?

• A. Provide telemedicine services
• B. Create a digital health ID for every citizen
• C. Distribute free vaccines
• D. Train healthcare workers Answer: B. Create a digital health ID for every citizen

24. How can India mitigate the impact of future pandemics?

• A. Investing in research and development
• B. Strengthening public health surveillance
• C. Improving inter-state coordination
• D. All of the above Answer: D. All of the above

25. What is the significance of public-private partnerships in healthcare?

• A. Reducing healthcare costs
• B. Increasing efficiency and innovation
• C. Enhancing accessibility
• D. All of the above Answer: D. All of the above

Section 6: Miscellaneous

26. Which global initiative supported India’s healthcare system during COVID-19?

• A. GAVI
• B. COVAX
• C. WHO Solidarity Fund
• D. All of the above Answer: D. All of the above

27. How did India’s healthcare expenditure change during COVID-19?

• A. Increased significantly
• B. Decreased slightly
• C. Remained stagnant
• D. Shifted to non-communicable diseases Answer: A. Increased significantly

28. Which segment of India’s population was most vulnerable to COVID-19?

• A. Elderly
• B. People with pre-existing conditions
• C. Healthcare workers
• D. All of the above Answer: D. All of the above

29. What role did NGOs play during the pandemic?

• A. Distributing food and essentials
• B. Providing medical supplies
• C. Supporting healthcare delivery
• D. All of the above Answer: D. All of the above

30. How did telemedicine evolve in India during COVID-19?

• A. Became a primary mode of healthcare delivery
• B. Was phased out due to inaccessibility
• C. Focused only on urban areas
• D. Had no significant impact Answer: A. Became a primary mode of healthcare delivery