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Contraception in India: exploring met and unmet demand.
S C Gulati1, Alok R Chaurasia, Raghubansh M Singh
1Population Research Center, Institute of Economic Growth, University Enclave, Delhi, India. gulati@iegindia.org
World Health & Population
|November 4, 2008
Summary
Improving contraceptive access and education in India is key to reducing unmet family planning needs. Addressing both supply-side factors and demand-side empowerment can help stabilize population growth.
Area of Science:
- Public Health
- Demography
- Reproductive Health
Background:
- Fertility control in India is a critical public health concern.
- Understanding factors influencing contraceptive demand is essential for population stabilization.
- The National Rural Health Mission's approach to fertility control requires further examination.
Purpose of the Study:
- To analyze socio-economic, demographic, and program factors affecting contraceptive demand in India.
- To identify key interventions for improving contraceptive accessibility and uptake.
- To inform strategies for reducing unmet need for family planning.
Main Methods:
- Utilized data from the National Family Health Survey (1998-99) in India.
- Examined supply-side factors including contraceptive availability and quality.
- Assessed demand-side factors such as women's empowerment and media exposure.
Main Results:
- Regular supply of quality contraceptives enhances accessibility and affordability.
- Strengthening Information, Education, and Communication (IEC) reduces contraception misapprehensions.
- Women's empowerment through education and employment decreases unmet family planning demand.
Conclusions:
- Prioritizing supply-side improvements and IEC is crucial for increasing contraceptive use.
- Demand-side interventions focusing on women's empowerment are vital for reducing unmet needs.
- Effective family planning strategies contribute to demographic transition and population stabilization in India.
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