National population policy

1. National Population Policy (2000)

2. Background
• India's population policy has evolved since
independence.
• First policy initiative in 1976.
• Need for a comprehensive long-term policy
led to NPP 2000.

3. Evolution of Policies
• 1976: National Population Policy - coercive
methods criticized.
• 1997: Draft policy - not adopted.
• 2000: Final National Population Policy
adopted.

4. Vision and Goals
• Achieve stable population by 2045.
• Promote reproductive health and child
survival.
• Empower women for better decision-making.

5. Objectives
• Immediate: Address unmet needs for
contraception and healthcare.
• Medium-term: Bring TFR to replacement
levels by 2010.
• Long-term: Stabilize population by 2045.

6. Target Indicators
• TFR: 2.1.
• IMR: below 30/1000 live births.
• 100% registration of births, deaths, marriage,
pregnancy.

7. Strategies
• Decentralized planning and program
implementation.
• Promote education and empowerment of
women.
• Public-private partnerships.

8. Institutional Mechanisms
• National Commission on Population.
• Involvement of Panchayati Raj Institutions.
• Coordination across ministries.

9. Achievements and Current Status
• Decline in TFR across many states.
• Improved awareness and access to services.
• Gaps remain in some high fertility regions.

10. Challenges and Way Forward
• Address socio-cultural barriers.
• Enhance male involvement.
• Improve service delivery and monitoring.

11. Conclusion
• NPP 2000 is a landmark in India’s demographic
transition.
• Needs sustained political and community
support.
• Focus on youth and gender equity is vital.