India will become the most populous country in the world in another few years. Population explosion has been India’s major problem since independence. It is a major obstacle to the overall progress of the nation. The unlimited urbanization has caused various problem like unemployment overcrowding and environmental pollution etc. Adoption of family planning methods is one of the best solutions to tackle this problem.

Family planning is defined by W.H.O. “As a way of thinking and living that is adopted voluntary upon the basis of knowledge, attitude and responsible decisions by individuals and couples in order to promote the health and welfare of the family groups. This contribute effectively to the social development of country.” It is seen that the socio economic and demographic influences are factors, which are important for the acceptance and actual practice of family planning. An adequate knowledge about the various contraceptives available is also pre requisite. An understanding of the knowledge and ultimate of people is necessary for the success of any family planning programme. Currently married women who are not using any method of contraception but who do not want any more children or want to wait two or more years before having another child are defined as having unmat need for family planning. Studies reveal that the knowledge for use of contraceptives and sterilization in a community where the women are aware of contraceptive methods.

Less than half are using the method they perceive to be most effective. Sterilization rate are low amongst the women in the same population.

Family planning favorably influences the health development and well-being of the family so people must be encouraged to plan their families. The national population policy of government of India reflects the growing political will to control the population growth to keem Indian families happy and healthy. (Dey, A.S. 2008).