To evaluate and to interpret the cases of epithelial lesions according to The Bethesda 2001 classification system. Correlation of cytological findings with follow-up histology sections. Analysis of different factors causing discrepancies. The Bethesda system for reporting cervical/vaginal cytological diagnosis is a uniform system for reporting & it is useful to provide effective communication among cytopathologists & referring physician. It also facilitates cytological–histopathological correlation. For research into the epidemiology, biology & pathology of cervical disease, Bethesda system can be applied. From statistical point of view it provides reliable data for national & international statistical analysis & comparison.