Which sector runs nearly 60 percent of dispensaries in India?

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  1. Cooperative sector
  2. Private Sector
  3. Joint Sector
  4. Public Sector

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Option 2 : Private Sector
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The correct answer is Private Sector.
 Key Points

 

  •  The private sector runs nearly 60 percent of dispensaries in India.
  •  Private dispensaries are owned and operated by private individuals or organizations.
  •  The cooperative sector refers to dispensaries run by cooperatives, which are owned and operated by a group of individuals for their mutual benefit.
  •  The joint sector refers to dispensaries run jointly by the government and private individuals or organizations.
  • The public sector refers to dispensaries run by the government.
 

Additional Information 

  •  The private sector has been playing a significant role in providing healthcare services in India, especially in urban areas.
  •  The cooperative sector has a limited presence in the healthcare sector in India.
  • The joint sector has been encouraged by the government to improve healthcare infrastructure in the country.
  •  The public sector has the largest number of dispensaries in India but often faces challenges in providing quality healthcare services due to lack of resources and infrastructure.
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