Health

Why it matters

• Acts as a critical indicator of a nation's socio-economic progress and standard of living.
• Essential for enhancing labor productivity and long-term economic growth potential.
• Reduces the burden of out-of-pocket expenditure that often pushes households into poverty.
• Strengthens national security and resilience against public health emergencies and pandemics.

How it is asked

Focus on the constitutional provisions under Directive Principles of State Policy, the shift from curative to preventive healthcare models, the role of federalism in health service delivery, and the integration of technology in universal health coverage.