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2018

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which country records 22 % reduction in Maternal Mortality Ratio since 2013?
A
India
B
Pakistan
C
Saudi Arabia
D
Indonesia
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -New Delhi: India has registered a significant decline in Maternal Mortality Ratio (MMR) recording a 22% reduction in such deaths since 2013, according to the Sample Registration System (SRS) bulletin released on June 7. The MMR has declined from 167 in 2011-2013 to 130 in 2014-2016, according to the special bulletin.

Detailed explanation-2: -The countries that achieved the lowest maternal mortality ratio are Finland, Greece, Iceland, and Poland. For every 100, 000 births, 3 mothers die.

Detailed explanation-3: -(deaths per 100, 000 live births) South Sudan is the top country by maternal mortality ratio in the world.

Detailed explanation-4: -1. South Sudan. South Sudan ekes out just above Chad for the world’s highest maternal mortality rate: 1, 150 deaths for every 100, 000 live births.

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