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Download Solution PDFIndia has been ranked _________ in the Medical Tourism Index (MTI) for 2020-21 out of 46 destinations by the Medical Tourism Association.
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is 10th.Key Points
Medical Tourism Index (MTI):-
- It is a biannual ranking of international healthcare destinations based on American perceptions.
- It is developed by the International Healthcare Research Center (IHRC) and is based on a survey of over 2,000 Americans.
- The MTI ranks countries on a scale of 1 to 100, with a higher score indicating a more attractive medical tourism destination.
- India has been ranked 10th in the Medical Tourism Index (MTI) for 2020-21 out of 46 destinations by the Medical Tourism Association.
- The following are the reasons why India is ranked 10th:
- India offers world-class medical facilities and highly skilled doctors at affordable prices.
- The country has a well-developed healthcare infrastructure with advanced technology and modern equipment.
- India is also known for its traditional and alternative forms of medicine such as Ayurveda, Yoga, and Naturopathy.
- The government has also taken initiatives to promote medical tourism in the country by easing visa rules and providing incentives to medical tourists.
Additional Informatio
- If India was ranked 15th, it would still be a decent ranking considering the number of destinations on the list.
- If India was ranked 20th, it would be a lower ranking and may indicate that the country needs to improve its medical tourism facilities and services.
- If India was ranked 5th, it would be a higher ranking and would indicate that the country is a top destination for medical tourism.
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