Question

What is the primary objective of the VAYOMADHURAM scheme?

1. To provide free health check-ups for all citizens in Kerala.
2. To offer free glucometers to elderly diabetic patients from BPL families, aiming to make Kerala an age-friendly state.
3. To subsidize the cost of diabetes medication for the elderly.
4. To conduct research on diabetes prevalence among the youth.

• A. 3 only
• B. 4 only
• C. 2 only
• D. 2, 3

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 2 only

• The VAYOMADHURAM scheme focuses on supporting elderly individuals (above 60 years) who have diabetes and belong to Below Poverty Line (BPL) families.

• By providing free glucometers, the scheme aims to facilitate regular monitoring of blood sugar levels, thereby contributing to better health management and making Kerala a more age-friendly state.