For the first time in the country, which of the following State Governments has implemented a policy for blindness control with the objective of 'Right to Sight'?
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is Option 1 i.e. Rajasthan.
Rajasthan was the first state in India to introduce a blindness control policy under the banner of “Right to Sight”. Launched in January 2023 under Chief Minister Ashok Gehlot, the initiative aims to reduce blindness prevalence from 1.1 % (2020) to 0.3 %. Key measures include mandatory keratoplasty centres and eye banks in all government medical colleges, prioritised allocation of corneas collected by NGOs, extensive district‑level campaigns in collaboration with voluntary organisations, and training for ophthalmologists, surgeons, counsellors, and assistants. Public awareness drives and technical upgrades in eye-care facilities are central to the scheme’s mission.