Demographic dividend and reproductive choices (Demography)

Syllabus- General Studies 1 (geography) Human Aspects – Population distribution, Urban Population, Internal Migration. Context India touches a demographic milestone this World Population Day, but roadblocks remain.   Key Findings of the Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) indicators by Guttmacher Institute: India has entered a demographic sweet spot that will continue for another two to three decades. Half of India’s population is under 29 years of age, which means that in this period, a greater proportion of young people will drive India’s economic growth and social progress. To these young people apart from health, knowledge and skills, the country must also provide the rights....Read More