Topic: population and associated issues.
2. What factors contribute to the decline in the Total Fertility Rate (TFR)? Evaluate the difficulties that India faces as its fertility rate decreases in a thorough manner. (250 words)
Difficulty level: Moderate
Reference: Insights on India/
Why the question:
The question is part of the static syllabus of General studies paper – 1.
Key Demand of the question:
To write about the causes of falling TFR and the challenges it poses.
Structure of the answer:
Introduction:
Begin by giving context from the NFHS-5 data.
Body:
First, write about the factors that have contributed to declining TFR are: Higher education, increased mobility, late marriage, financial independence among women and overall prosperity.
Next, possible challenges that the falling TFR may lead to.
Conclusion:
Conclude by suggesting solutions to the challenges.
