Topic: Indian Economy and issues relating to planning, mobilization, of resources, growth, development and employment.
5. India has made significant progress in its Universal Immunization Programme (UIP); however, there are still challenges to overcome and opportunities to explore. Discuss. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Easy
Reference: The Hindu
Why the question:
The year 2024 marks a significant milestone for immunisation programmes, both globally and in India. It commemorates 50 years since the launch of the Expanded Programme on Immunization (EPI) by the World Health Organization (WHO) in 1974.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about Universal Immunization Programme (UIP), its successes, limitations and further potential.
Directive word:
Discuss – This is an all-encompassing directive – you must debate on paper by going through the details of the issues concerned by examining each one of them. You must give reasons for both for and against arguments.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Start with what UIP is.
Body:
First, write about the successes off UIP – expanding vaccine coverage, introducing new vaccines, and achieving milestones like polio eradication etc.
Next, write about the various bottlenecks – sustaining high coverage rates, addressing vaccine hesitancy, side effects etc.
Next, write about further potential – introducing new vaccines, strengthening surveillance systems, and investing in research are key priorities etc.
Conclusion:
Conclude by summarising.
