Class 7 Civics – Chapter 2
ROLE OF THE GOVERNMENT IN HEALTH
NCERT Questions & Answers
Q1. In what ways can the government ensure that public health facilities are available to all?
The government can ensure public health facilities by:
- Opening government hospitals and Primary Health Centres (PHCs)
- Providing free or low-cost treatment
- Supplying free medicines and vaccines
- Ensuring clean water and sanitation
Q2. Why is the role of the government in providing healthcare important?
The role of the government is important because:
- Private healthcare is expensive
- Poor people cannot afford private hospitals
- Government healthcare ensures equality
- Healthy citizens help in national development
Q3. What are the differences between public and private healthcare services?
Public Healthcare:
- Run by the government
- Low cost or free treatment
- Available to all
Private Healthcare:
- Run by private individuals
- Very expensive
- Not affordable for the poor
Q4. What are the main problems faced by people in private healthcare services?
People face many problems in private healthcare such as:
- High fees
- Expensive medicines
- Profit-oriented services
Q5. How does the government regulate private healthcare?
The government regulates private healthcare by:
- Fixing rates for treatment
- Monitoring quality of services
- Making rules for safety and hygiene
Q6. What do you understand by the term ‘public health’?
Public health refers to the health care services provided by the government to protect and improve the health of all citizens.
Q7. Why are Kerala and Costa Rica often cited as examples in healthcare?
Kerala and Costa Rica are cited as examples because:
- They invest more in public healthcare
- They have low infant mortality rates
- They provide free or affordable healthcare
🎯 Exam Tip:
For 5-mark answers:
For 5-mark answers:
- Write heading
- Use bullet points
- Compare Public vs Private healthcare
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