Since India’s independence, population stabilization has been one of the prime concerns in its development agenda.
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High maternal mortality in India, particularly across empowered action group (EAG) states, is a critical policy concern. This paper discusses the trends and patterns in reduction in maternal mortality in India, and focuses on highlighting inter- and intra-state disparities.
In recent years there has been a growing concern in many countries, including India, that public health and family planning programs have placed insufficient emphasis on the quality of their services (Ickis 1992; Khan et al. 1994; Mensch 1993; Miller et al. 1991).
Religion has a significant relevance in the demographic study of socio-economic groups.
Religion has a significant relevance in the demographic study of socio-economic groups.