Q10 · UPSC current affairs · 18 September 2026 · News · Central Government Health Scheme Eligibility Expansion

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The Central Government Health Scheme (CGHS) primarily provides healthcare benefits to which of the following groups?

A Private sector employees and unorganized workers
B Primary central government employees, pensioners, and explicitly defined dependent relatives
C International tourists and foreign diplomats residing in India
D State government employees exclusively

Correct answer: (b) Primary central government employees, pensioners, and explicitly defined dependent relatives

Explanation

Option B is correct because CGHS is specifically structured for central government employees, pensioners, and their eligible dependent relatives. Options A, C, and D are outside the purview of CGHS eligibility.

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