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Health Situation in India
A. B. Bose
Introduction
Health is a key indicator of the quality of life and is recognised as a highly valued goal on its own. It is a basic input of human resource development, and promotes social justice and empowerment.
Article 3 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (1948) states in unambiguous terms that every person has the right to life. Article 25 of the Declaration states that every person has a right to a standard of living adequate for the health and well-being of the person and his family. This includes food, medical care, and right to security in the event of sickness. The Declaration also states that motherhood and childhood are entitled to special care and assistance. The International Covenant ...
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