As per the Sample Registration System (SRS) 2020, which of the following states had the highest infant mortality rate?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Madhya Pradesh.
As per the Sample Registration System (SRS) 2020, Madhya Pradesh had the highest Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) among Indian states, with 40 deaths per 1,000 live births. These figures underscore the need for targeted healthcare interventions, improved maternal and child health services, and enhanced infrastructure to reduce infant mortality rates in these regions.
Other states with high IMR include:
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Chhattisgarh – IMR of 37 per 1,000 live births
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Uttar Pradesh – IMR of 37 per 1,000 live births
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Bihar – IMR of 32 per 1,000 live births