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2018-06-07 National

6892.

India records __________ Reduction in Maternal Mortality Ratio since 2013.

20%

22%

30%

32%

Answer: Option

Explanation:

India has registered a significant decline in Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) recording a 22-percent reduction in such deaths since 2013. According to the Sample Registration System bulletin, the MMR has declined from 167 in 2011-2013 to 130 in 2014-2016. According to Health Ministry, every day 30 more pregnant women are now being saved in India as compared to 2013.