Latest family health survey: Rajasthan sees rise in teen pregnancies, dip in child nutrition indicators
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Why in news
The National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6) revealed a rise in adolescent pregnancy rates and a decline in child nutrition and immunization indicators in Rajasthan.
Background
The adolescent pregnancy rate in Rajasthan increased from 3.7% in NFHS-5 to 4.7% in NFHS-6. The survey also noted a decline in institutional births, exclusive breastfeeding, and vaccination rates for BCG, Pentavalent, and measles vaccines.
Facts for Prelims
- FactRajasthan adolescent pregnancy rate: 4.7% in NFHS-6
- FactNFHS-5 Rajasthan adolescent pregnancy rate: 3.7%
- FactVaccines showing decline in coverage: BCG, Pentavalent, and measles
- BodyNational Family Health Survey (NFHS) is the primary source for maternal and child health data in India
For Mains
Q. Analyze the factors contributing to the declining health and immunization indicators in Rajasthan despite existing public health frameworks.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Service delivery gap: Ineffective reach of routine immunization and maternal healthcare services in rural Rajasthan
- Nutritional insecurity: Decline in exclusive breastfeeding and rising wasting/underweight rates among children
- Demographic shift: Rising adolescent pregnancy rates necessitating targeted reproductive health interventions
Keywords: maternal health · immunization coverage · adolescent health · nutritional indicators · public health infrastructure
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