24 July 2026

Nature-based social prescribing in healthcare

This topic provides valuable context for addressing public health challenges through urban planning and environmental conservation, though it lacks the specificity of a government policy or landmark report required for a higher rating.

Questions

1. What is nature-based social prescribing? Discuss its potential role in addressing the rising burden of mental health issues in urban India. 150 words
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2. Examine the challenges of integrating nature-based interventions into public health policy in the context of rapid urbanisation and environmental degradation in India. 250 words
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Prelims

1. Which of the following best describes the concept of 'blue prescriptions' in the context of social prescribing?

   1. A Recommendations for physical exercise in high-altitude mountain regions
   2. B A therapeutic approach involving the consumption of mineral-rich water for chronic diseases
   3. C Medical treatments focusing exclusively on respiratory health in urban parks
   4. D Structured activities involving time spent near water bodies like rivers, lakes, or the coast

2. What is the primary distinction between 'forest bathing' and 'green prescriptions'?

   1. A There is no distinction; both terms are used interchangeably in modern healthcare systems
   2. B Forest bathing is a clinical medical procedure, whereas green prescriptions are recreational
   3. C Forest bathing focuses on being present in a forest environment, while green prescriptions are professional recommendations for activities in green spaces
   4. D Green prescriptions are focused on being present in nature, while forest bathing is strictly exercise-based