(a) whether attention of the Government has been drawn to the news-item appearing in the Hindustan dated November 8, 2001 under the caption `Mahilaon Ko Adhikar De Kar Hi Thaami Ja Sakti Hai Jansankhya`;
(b) if so, the reaction of the Government thereto; and
(c) the measures taken/proposed to be taken by the Government in this direction?
MINISTER OF HEALTH AND FAMILY WELFARE (DR. C.P. THAKUR)
(a): Yes, Sir.
(b)to(c): The National Population Policy, adopted by the Government in February, 2000 recognizes the fact that population stabilization can not be achieved without empowering women and enhancing their employment opportunities.
The policy lists `Empowering women for improved Health and Nutrition` as one of the Strategic Themes. The action plan drawn for implementation of the Strategic theme is under implementation.