As per MOSPI report of 2024, sex ratio of India by 2036 will be ______.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
Key Points of the MoSPI 'Women and Men in India 2024' Report
According to the 'Women and Men in India 2024' report released by the Ministry of Statistics and Programme Implementation (MoSPI), India's demographic structure is expected to improve significantly:
Sex Ratio 2036 (Projected): According to the report, India's overall sex ratio (number of women per 1,000 men) is expected to increase from 943 in 2011 to 952 by 2036.
Decline in Population Growth: The report also states that India's population growth rate, which was 1.1% during 2011-2021, is projected to decline to 0.58% during 2021-2036.
Changing age structure: By 2036, the population under 15 years of age will decline, while the number of people over 60 years of age will increase, altering India's 'demographic dividend' position.
Year Sex Ratio (per 1,000 males)
2011 (Census) - 943
2036 (MoSPI Projection) - 952