This is a real-world medical entrance exam question, please give the true answer based on the question and selection. Topic name: None, Subject name: Social & Preventive Medicine
“3 BY 5 target” approach refers to 
Select and explain. 
A. Providing 3 ART drugs to all patients by 2005, B. Providing ART to 3 million people by 2005, C. Providing 3 antiretroviral drugs to all patients, D. All of above
B: Providing ART to 3 million people by 2005
Answer: B: Providing ART to 3 million people by 2005 
Explanation: 3 by 5 Target: Announced by WHO and UNAIDS on December 1, 2003
– Interim target: Providing anti-retroviral treatment (ART) to ‘3 million people living with HIV/AIDS (PLHA)’, in developing countries (low & middle income), by end of 2005
– Ultimate goal: Universal access to ART to anyone who needs it
– Focus areas: (Five pillars)
1. Simplified standard tools to deliver ART
2. A new service to ensure effective, reliable supply of medicines and diagnostics
3. Dissemination and application of new knowledge and successful strategy
4. Urgent, sustained support to countries
5. Global leadership, backed by strong partnership.