Voluntary Action in Health and Population: The Dynamics of Social Transition

'The main strength of the book is that it is a collection of credible field studies conducted in geographically specific areas (Indian states), thus each chapter has a particular focus beyond which it does not stray' - Omar A. Khan, Contemporary South Asia

Bringing together fourteen case studies from action research projects undertaken by voluntary organizations in India, this book analyzes the dynamics of social change, the factors that lead to success and the problems encountered. The book's concern is with community particiption and the need for education as being critical in bringing about change in health behaviour.