Phase IFoundation
Background
Overview
This concept directly addresses social justice, human development, public policy challenges, and the effectiveness of welfare schemes like Ayushman Bharat. It is a recurring theme in GS1 (Social Issues), GS2 (Governance, Welfare Schemes), and GS3 (Economic Development), focusing on equitable access to essential services.
Healthcare affordability and accessibility are critical components of social welfare, ensuring that all citizens can receive necessary medical care without facing undue financial hardship. In India, the significant out-of-pocket expenditure, particularly in the private sector, poses a major challenge to achieving universal health coverage and exacerbates socio-economic inequalities.