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2016

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
How many Jan Aushadhi Stores to be opened across India
A
1, 000
B
2, 000
C
3, 000
D
4, 000
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -2022, 8819 Janaushadhi Kendras are functional across the country. Product basket of PMBJP comprises 1759 drugs and 280 surgical items. The Scheme is implemented by a society registered under the Societies Registration Act, viz., Pharma & Medical Bureau of India (PMBI) [erstwhile Bureau of Pharma PSUs of India(BPPI)].

Detailed explanation-2: -How to Apply for a PM-JAY Store? The requirements to apply for a jan aushadhi kendra are: You should have a self-owned or leased shop space of 120 sq ft and above, with all legal documents in place. You will need to provide the name of the pharmacist registered with the state council.

Detailed explanation-3: -a. Operating agency will be provided 20% margin on MRP (Excluding taxes) of each drug.

Detailed explanation-4: -The Jan Aushadhi initiative will make available quality drugs at affordable prices through dedicated stores selling generic medicines which are available at lesser prices but are equivalent in quality and efficacy as expensive branded drugs. Promote greater awareness about cost effective drugs and their prescription.

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