Q. Consider the following statements::
1.There is a severe shortage of mental healthcare workforce in India.
2.The budget allocation to mental healthcare in India is amongst the highest in the G20 countries.
3.Mental issues are closely linked with poverty.
Which of the statements given above are correct?

[A] 1 and 2 only

[B] 2 and 3 only

[C] 1 and 3 only

[D] 1, 2 and 3

Answer: C
Notes:

Explanation –

Statement 1 and 3 are correct. There is a severe shortage of mental healthcare workforce in India. Mental issues are closely linked with poverty. Mental issues are closely linked with poverty.

Statement 2 is incorrect. India allocates roughly 0.05% of its healthcare budget to the mental healthcare. This is the lowest among all G20 countries.

Source: ForumIAS