Women and Child Development (2nd Edition)

Women occupy a very significant and decisive place in the social, cultural, economic and political life. Their importance is evident both in modern and traditional sectors, not only as housewives and mothers in society a para-eminent role, but also by their contribution to the quality of day to day life. The phrase aptly applies to the development of women and children - a development which speaks for itself, a development which is in the interest of the entire nation. However, it is a sad commentary on all of us that far from being given their rights, women and children are by and large being assailed from all sides by attitudes which serve only to plunge them even deeper into the abyss of ignorance and type-cast roles.

This Second Edition of ‘Women and Child Development’ covers all aspects of advancement of women and children, policies and programs; enacts/ amends legislation, guides and coordinates the efforts of both governmental and non-governmental organizations working in the field of Women and Child Development.