Q1. The HPV vaccination programme aligns with which WHO elimination target?
a) 70–70–70
b) 90–70–90
c) 95–80–70
d) 80–90–90
Q2. Why does HPV vaccination not eliminate cervical cancer immediately at the population level?
a) Low vaccine efficacy
b) Long incubation period of cancer
c) Poor cold-chain maintenance
d) Limited strain coverage
Q3. Which indicator best measures the long-term success of the HPV programme?
a) Number of doses administered
b) Reduction in HPV prevalence
c) Decline in cervical cancer incidence
d) Increase in outpatient visits
Q4. HPV vaccination combined with screening represents which public health strategy?
a) Vertical approach
b) Horizontal approach
c) Diagonal approach
d) Selective approach
Q5. From a constitutional perspective, the HPV vaccination programme is primarily an application of:
a) Article 21 – Right to Life
b) Article 32 – Right to Constitutional Remedies
c) Article 41 – Right to Work
d) Article 44 – Uniform Civil Code
ANSWERS
1: b
Explanation:
WHO targets: 90% vaccination, 70% screening, 90% treatment by 2030.
2: b
Explanation:
Cancer develops over decades, so benefits accrue gradually.
3: c
Explanation:
Ultimate success is reflected in reduced cancer incidence and mortality.
4: c
Explanation:
It integrates disease-specific intervention with health system strengthening.
5: a
Explanation:
The Supreme Court has interpreted Article 21 to include the right to health and preventive care.
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