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Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana (PMBJP) MCQ - Practice Questions with Answers

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Q1Consider the following statements about Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana: 1. Its product basket includes 2,110 medicines and 315 surgical items, medical consumables and devices. 2. The Pharmaceuticals and Medical Devices Bureau of India is its implementing agency. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

A 1 only

B Both 1 and 2

C 2 only

D Neither 1 nor 2

Explanation

Both statements are correct. The official product basket contains 2,110 medicines and 315 surgical items, medical consumables and devices across major therapeutic groups. PMBI, under the Department of Pharmaceuticals, is the implementing agency for the scheme.

Q2Which statement correctly describes the Jan Aushadhi Suvidha initiative?

A It provides free diagnostic tests at every Jan Aushadhi Kendra.

B It sells reusable cloth pads at ₹5 each.

C It sells oxo-biodegradable sanitary pads at ₹1 per pad; more than 100 crore had been sold by 31 January 2026.

D It supplies sanitary pads only through government hospitals at ₹10 per pack.

Explanation

Jan Aushadhi Suvidha provides oxo-biodegradable sanitary pads through Jan Aushadhi Kendras at ₹1 per pad. Official information also records sales of more than 100 crore pads by 31 January 2026, making option C correct on both price and reach.

Q3Which one of the following is NOT a requirement or feature associated with opening a Jan Aushadhi Kendra?

A The applicant must hold or employ a D.Pharma or B.Pharma qualified pharmacist.

B At least 120 square feet of space must be arranged.

C A drug licence must be obtained and the prescribed billing or ordering system used.

D Only a government department may apply to open the outlet.

Explanation

Option D is incorrect because eligibility is not confined to government departments. Individuals, entrepreneurs, pharmacists, non-governmental organisations, trusts, societies, private entities, government bodies and government-nominated agencies may apply, subject to pharmacist, space and licensing requirements.

Q4Consider the following statements about Pradhan Mantri Bhartiya Janaushadhi Pariyojana: 1. Medicines are procured exclusively from WHO-GMP-compliant manufacturers. 2. Medicines are tested in NABL-accredited laboratories before being sent to Jan Aushadhi Kendras. 3. The Government aims to open 25,000 Jan Aushadhi Kendras by March 2027. Which of the statements given above are correct?

A 1 and 2 only

B 1, 2 and 3

C 2 and 3 only

D 1 and 3 only

Explanation

All three statements are correct. PMBI procures medicines only from WHO-GMP-compliant manufacturers and has them tested in NABL-accredited laboratories before dispatch to Kendras. The Government has also set a target of 25,000 Kendras by March 2027.

Q5Medicines sold through Jan Aushadhi Kendras are generally cheaper than comparable branded medicines by what range?

A 50-80%

B 10-20%

C 25-40%

D 85-95%

Explanation

Jan Aushadhi Kendras provide quality-assured generic medicines at prices generally 50-80% lower than comparable branded medicines. Therefore, option A states the officially reported range and directly reflects the scheme's affordability objective.

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