Question : ADOPTION OF CHILDREN



(a) whether the Government propose to set up a database booth at Central and State levels for information and formalities regarding adoption of children ;

(b) if so, the details thereof; and

(c) the time by which such the database-booths are likely to be set up?

Answer given by the minister


MINISTER OF STATE OF THE MINISTRY OF SOCIAL JUSTICE AND EMPOWERMENT (SMT. MANEKA GANDHI)

(a) No Sir. However, a database of adoption of children through the Adoption Agencies recognised by the Government of India in various states is maintained at the Central Adoption Resource Agency, working under the Ministry of Social Justice & Empowerment.

(b) Does not arise.

(c) Does not arise.