Question
Consider the following statements:
1. Registration of birth, even if the child is born in a hospital, is essentially the responsibility of parents only.
2. At present, the registration of birth has to be done not more than 15 days after the birth.
Which of these statements is/are correct?
1. Registration of birth, even if the child is born in a hospital, is essentially the responsibility of parents only.
2. At present, the registration of birth has to be done not more than 15 days after the birth.
Which of these statements is/are correct?
| A. |
1 only |
| B. |
2 only |
| C. |
Both 1 and 2 |
| D. |
Neither 1 nor 2 |
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Correct Answer » D Explanation |
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Statement 1
Incorrect.
Under the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969, responsibility for reporting a birth in a hospital or institution lies with the person in charge of that institution, not exclusively with the parents. Hospitals are designated informants and are required to report births for registration.
Statement 2
Incorrect.
Birth registration is required within 21 days of occurrence, not 15 days. This 21-day period is prescribed under the civil registration system in India.