In this chapter, you have read that health is a wider concept than illness. Observe this quote from the Constitution and explain the terms ‘living standard’ and ‘public health’ in your own words. An important aspect of the Constitution says it is the “duty of the state to raise the level of nutrition and the standard of living and to improve public health”.

What are the different ways through which the government can take steps to provide healthcare to all? Discuss

What differences do you find between private and public healthcare services in your area? Use the following table to compare and contrast these.

Facility	Cost of Services	Availability of service
Private
Public

‘Improvement in water and sanitation can control many diseases’. Explain with the help of examples.