This report delves into the critical issue of health and social care inequalities in India, focusing on the disparities in maternal and infant mortality rates (MMR and IMR). It begins by establishing the rationale for the study, highlighting the gap between India's actual achievements and the UN's Millennium Development Goals (MDGs) for MMR and IMR. The report then explores the multifaceted reasons behind these inequalities, emphasizing socio-economic factors such as income disparities, poverty, and lack of access to healthcare services, as well as the impact of diseases like HIV, malaria, and tuberculosis. A significant portion of the report compares India's health inequalities with those of developed countries, offering insights into the differences in wealth distribution, access to public services, and the overall health outcomes. It examines government responses and interventions aimed at reducing health disparities, including policies, legislations and regulations. The report concludes with recommendations for the Indian government to tackle health disparities more effectively and efficiently, aiming to improve public health and reduce inequality.
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