GS2 · 15 marks · 250 words
With the current system of health financing in India being largely out-of-pocket payments, examine the need for reforms in healthcare finance. Also discuss the issues associated with reinforcing insurance as the long-term strategy for health financing in this regard.
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Syllabus: Issues relating to development and management of Social Sector/Services relating to Health, Education, Human Resources.
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