Question

Write a note a Dr. Muthulakshmi Reddy Maternity Benefit Scheme.

Answer 1

1. Gives financial assistance up to ₹ 12,000 to poor pregnant women on a nutritious diet in 3 installments.
2. This helps to avoid the low birth weight of newborn babies.
3. These women can avail antenatal care delivering and immunizing the baby born in Government hospitals.