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Which one of the following statements about the National AIDS Control Programme (NACP) is correct? a. Expenses under the programme are shared by the Centre and the States on 80 : 20 basis. b. It aims at preventing new infections of AIDS.

Which one of the following statements about the National AIDS Control Programme (NACP) is correct? a. Expenses under the programme are shared by the Centre and the States on 80 : 20 basis. b. It aims at preventing new infections of AIDS. Correct Answer Only b

The Correct Answer is Only b.

 Key Points

  • The National AIDS Control Organisation (NACO) is a division of the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare that provides leadership to HIV/AIDS control programs in India through 35 HIV/AIDS Prevention and Control Societies. Hence Statement 1 is Not Correct.
  • The National AIDS Control Programme (NACP), launched in 1992, is being implemented as a comprehensive program for the prevention and control of HIV/ AIDS in India. Hence Statement 2 is Correct.

 Important Points

NACP - IV - Objectives

  • Reduce new infections by 50% (2007 Baseline of NACP III)
  • Provide comprehensive care and support to all persons living with HIV/AIDS and treatment services for all those who require it.

 Additional Information

  • World AIDS Day takes place on 1 December each year.

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