The 'Menstrual Hygiene Scheme' is meant for which age group in Rajasthan?

The 'Menstrual Hygiene Scheme' is meant for which age group in Rajasthan? Correct Answer 15 - 45 years

 The correct answer is 15 - 45 years.

  • Menstrual Hygiene Scheme:
    • It was launched by the then Chief Minister Vasundhara Raje. 
    • This scheme focuses on women who belong to the age group of 15 years to 45 years.
    • It is the menstrual hygiene campaign to promote menstrual hygiene practices and use of pads during periods. 
    • In this, sanitary napkins will be distributed, free of cost in the government colleges of the state. 
    • Sanitary napkin vending machines are also installed in all the colleges from the upcoming sessions. 

Additional Information

  • Rajasthan becomes the first state in India to provide free sanitary napkins in schools and colleges. 
  • ‘Chuppi Todo’ (Break the silence) campaign was started by the Rajasthan government to break the silence and stigma around menstrual hygiene in rural areas. 

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