This study, a first of its kind in the country as far as we could ascertain, focuses on the foster care services provided by various organisations and institutions in India. The significance of the study lies in the fact that it provides factual information on the existing foster care practices in India and from there on extends the knowledge base on the existing foster care system in the country. In India, the concept of foster care is relatively new to a majority of the social organisations, government departments and the general public.
Therefore, this study will help raise awareness among those who are unacquainted with the benefits of foster care in the areas of child care and protection. The findings from the study will serve as the basis for the future plan of actions at BOSCO and impact the government policies and schemes on family-based alternative care which are endorsed by Integrated Child Protection Scheme and Juvenile Justice System. Furthermore, this study will serve as a model for further research of similar nature.
