Q18 · UPSC current affairs · 18 September 2026 · PIB · National Pharmacovigilance Programme of India

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In the context of healthcare and medicines, what is 'Pharmacovigilance'?

A The manufacturing process of generic pharmaceutical formulations.
B The pricing regulation and patent protection of life-saving drugs.
C The science and activities relating to the detection, assessment, understanding, and prevention of adverse effects of medicines.
D The distribution network of vaccines in remote rural sectors.

Correct answer: (c) The science and activities relating to the detection, assessment, understanding, and prevention of adverse effects of medicines.

Explanation

Option C is correct as it accurately defines pharmacovigilance as the science and activities relating to the detection, assessment, understanding, and prevention of adverse effects of medicines. Options A, B, and D describe different aspects of the pharmaceutical sector.

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