Punjab-Pakistan, 2017: Multiple Indicator Cluster Survey Plan

Government of Punjab is committed to promote evidence based planning, particularly in social sector of the province. MICS is designed to collect statistically sound, internationally comparable estimates of key indicators that are used to assess the situation of children and women in the areas of health, education, child protection and HIV/AIDS. MICS also provides data that is essential for developing evidence-based policies as well as monitor progress towards national goals and global commitments aimed at promoting the welfare of children, including the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).