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2.4.11. Trends and differentials in women’s educational attainment in selected OIC
countries
We examined health inequity by education of women. We also examine the patterns of
educational improvements residence in selected OIC countries where DHS data are available.
Educational attainments have increased in most settings. A striking feature was the high
disparity of education by urban-rural region (Figure 2.37). Education is one of the key
determinants of maternal and child mortality and MNCH utilization. Education is also a likely
factor for the high level of disparity in maternal and child mortality and MNCH utilization
between urban and rural areas.
Figure 2.35. Percent of women with secondary or higher education residence in selected OIC
countries where DHS data are available
Data source: Demographic and Health Surveys