Question

Do you think that reproductive health in our country has improved in the past $50$ years? If yes, mention any four areas of improvement.

Answer 1

Yes, the reproductive health has tremendously improved in India in the last 50 years. The areas of improvement are as follows:

1) Massive child immunization programme, which has lead to a decrease in the infant mortality rate.

2) Maternal and infant mortality rate, which has been decreased drastically due to better postnatal care.

3) Family planning, which has motivated people to have smaller families.

4) Use of contraceptive, which has resulted in a decrease in the rate of sexually transmitted diseases and unwanted pregnancies.