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Missing... Mapping the Adverse Child Sex Ratio in India...
This publication maps the trends in Child Sex Ratio (CSR) over the decade between 2001 and 2011. It tracks the shifts in urban and rural ratios from 1991-2011, and highlights both the degree and patterns of change at the district level, across India.
The Status of Elderly in Himachal Pradesh, 2011
United Nations Population Fund collaborated with Institute for Social and Economic Change (Bangalore), Institute of Economic Growth (Delhi) and Tata Institute of Social Sciences (Mumbai) - to conduct an in-depth survey on ‘Building a Knowledge Base on Population Ageing in India (BKPAI)'. The two main components of the study are: (i) research using secondary data; and (ii) collecting primary data through sample surveys on socio-economic status, health and living conditions of the elderly that can be used for further research, advocacy and policy dialogue.
A Profile of Adolescents and Youth in India
This report captures diverse profiles of young people both at the national and sub-national levels. Special cross-tabulation exercises have been undertaken on select indicators, such as population, sex ratio, number of literates and literacy rate and work status by sex and residence.
Data Sheet 5: Work Participation and Type of Work among Adolescent and Youth Population
This data sheet provides data highlights on Work Participation and Type of Work among Adolescent and Youth Population for both National and sub-national level. This a collaborative efforts of UNFPA with ORGI and data is based on special tabulation of 2001 and 2011 census data.
Synthesis of Research on Gender Biased Sex Selection – Insights and Learnings (2001-2012)
UNFPA and UNICEF partnered to conduct a synthesis of available literature on GBSS. This report aims to enhance understanding of determinants, impact and dynamics around the issue of sex selection and in doing so, point to areas of further inquiry and methodological perspectives that can shape strategies to address it.
Household context, social capital and wellbeing of older adults in India-Series II, Working Paper-2
United Nations Population Fund collaborated with Institute for Social and Economic Change (Bangalore), Institute of Economic Growth (Delhi) and Tata Institute of Social Sciences (Mumbai) - to conduct primary survey on socio-economic status, health and living conditions of the elderly. To encourage young researchers, data was shared for deeper analysis and the working paper series II brings out specific areas of investigations about the lives of the elderly.
UNFPA Profile
UNFPA India has been assisting the GoI since 1974 to provide FP and health services, advance RH and rights and improve maternal health. The Eighth Country Programme (2013-2017) focuses on young people's sexual and reproductive health and improving opportunities for vulnerable women and girls. UNFPA also supports research, advocacy and government policies and programs to advance gender equality and reproductive rights, family planning and population dynamics.
Data Sheet 4: State of Literacy among Adolescent and Youth Population
This data sheet captures data highlights on State of Literacy among Adolescent and Youth Population for both National and sub-national level. This a collaborative efforts of UNFPA with ORGI and data is based on special tabulation of 2001 and 2011 census data.
Masculinity, Intimate Partner Violence and Son Preference in India - Executive Summary
The summary report is based on a full report titled ‘Study on Masculinity, Intimate Partner Violence and Son Preference in India’ published by ICRW and UNFPA
Understanding Gender Biased Sex Selection - A Policy Brief
Gender-based sex selection is a discriminatory practice against girls that is result of a complex web of socio-economic and cultural factors.the most dominant contributory factors seems to be deeply entrenched son preference,rapid fertility decline and access to technology and its misuse.