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India: An Overview
India is the world's second most populous nation in the world after China and has an estimated population of 1.095 billion. Its diverse society is made up of Hindus, Muslims, Christians, Sikhs and various other groups. Many challenges are to be found in India and the Foundation for Mother and Child Health is focusing on the improvement of the health, nutrition and education of mothers and their children in low income areas, and the maintenance of a safe environment in which families can live. Children benefit enormously from the education of mothers and community health workers. When mothers and community health workers are familiar with basic health, hygiene and nutrition issues, children are less likely to be severely malnourished and therefore stand a better chance in life.
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