Utilization of Untied Funds, RKS Funds and AMG Funds in Public Health Facilities in Karnataka
This study investigates the allocation and utilization of untied funds under National Rural Health Mission (NRHM) for different levels of public health facilities in two districts. Results indicate towards discrepancies between allocation and utilisation of funds.
Brazil’s ‘Fome Zero’ Strategy: Can India Implement Cash Transfers?
Brazil has the largest cash transfer scheme in the world and it has had a measure of success in fighting poverty. Its experience shows that cash transfers, when implemented properly, are at best a necessary condition for poverty alleviation. Supply side constraints have to be removed if the increased purchasing power is not to lead […]
Reproductive and Child Health Services in Karnataka: How Much Do They Cost?
In 1997, the Karnataka government launched the Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) programme, having modified it to focus on more contemporary concerns, such as improved ante natal care and sexual health education. This was provided as a continuation of its existing Maternal and Child Health (MCH) schemes. This paper conducts a budget analysis of the […]
A Preliminary Study on The Health Budget in Karnataka
The study analysed the expenditures of medical and public health in health-related sectors during 1960–2000.
Productivity and Food Security: A Marginal Situation Case Study
This report discusses findings from a study conducted to assess the relative poverty status of new members of micro-finance or self-help groups (SHGs) in two panchayats of the Boipariguda block in Koraput district of Orissa, with the aim of the study to find out the relative poverty status of new members in comparison to non-members. […]
Reproductive Child Health (RCH) and Budgets in Karnataka
The study looked into the role of Panchayati Raj Institutions in health sector.
Implementing the Recommendations of Karnataka’s Task Force on Health and Family Welfare
The study provided recommendations to implement a comprehensive health management information system.