Book chapters

This content aligns with Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Goal 13: Climate action by outlining strategies for a negative carbon footprint in raising small ruminants for meat and dairy, producing protein-rich food without harm to the environment.

This chapter aligns with SDG 12 (Responsible consumption and production) by exploring new materials for environmental remediation

This chapter aligns well with the SDGs—primarily SDG 2 (Zero Hunger) and SDG 3 (Good Health and Well‑Being), while also supporting SDG 5 (Gender Equality) and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities). By using NFHS‑5 data on women 15–49, the study directly addresses indicator 2.2.2 (anemia prevalence) and provides NCD risk‑factor evidence relevant to SDG 3.4. The clear geographic and socioeconomic disparities you report underline the need for context‑specific, equity‑focused interventions and state‑level monitoring. To strengthen SDG relevance, map each outcome to specific SDG targets/indicators, use survey‑adjusted estimates, and propose measurable, region‑tailored actions for tracking progress.

The chapter aligns well with multiple SDGs, especially SDG 3 (Good Health and Well‑being), SDG 5 (Gender Equality), and SDG 10 (Reduced Inequalities), by centering structural drivers of health disparities across education, housing, and healthcare. Its focus on special populations and intersectional conceptual frameworks also supports SDG 4 (Quality Education) and SDG 11 (Sustainable Cities and Communities) through attention to social determinants. To strengthen alignment, the chapter could explicitly map findings to specific SDG targets and indicators (e.g., UHC, discrimination reduction, disaggregated data). Including measurable recommendations and monitoring strategies would make the contribution more actionable for SDG implementation.