This paper discusses health vulnerabilities of children in general followed by an analysis of data regarding health scenario of children below five years of age from

In these words, Ayurved, the ancient Indian medical science, describes "safe motherhood" Thus, "Motherhood is the basis of family life which, in turn, is the backbone of all the orders of society. Hence, family life remains protected if the woman is safe and protected."

THERE is enough evidence to show that often, development policies adopted by governments have widened the disparities amongst sections of people.

There is a growing recognition that gynaecological morbidity is an important health problem among poor women in India.