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Synopsis The UNFPA population projection estimates that according to current trends, India would have a population of 152 crores by the year 2050 A.D. There is a growing awareness in the country that the population situation is among the most critical issues before the country and unless this is controlled, there will be less scope for optimism in other sectors. Hence need for an effective family welfare programme. The main objective of the FWP for the country has been to stabilize population at a level consistent with the needs of national development. Population size has direct implications on health standard of the country. This book compiles authentic information in detail on the government's efforts and policies about health and family welfare programme. Policy and legislation; infrastructure for implementation; funding FWP; maternal health programme; information, education and communication; organized sector and voluntary organizations; contraception; health plans etc. are competently dealt in this book.