Demographic Structure of Indian Society: Death Rate Decline

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What proportion of the urban population in India lives in big cities with million-plus populations?

More than two-thirds

What is the primary focus of the mass media in India?

Urban areas

What is the significance of population dynamics in a country?

It affects both the developmental prospects and the health and well-being of people

What were the principal reasons for the decline in the death rate after 1921?

Increased levels of control over famines and epidemic diseases Signup and view all the answers

What was the average annual growth rate of the population in 1911?

0.56% Signup and view all the answers

When did India announce its official population policy?

1952 Signup and view all the answers

What is the main objective of the National Family Planning Programme?

To influence the rate and pattern of population growth in socially desirable directions Signup and view all the answers

What was the total population of India in 2001?

1028 million Signup and view all the answers

What was the decadal growth rate of the population in 1971?

24.8% Signup and view all the answers

What is the relationship between rural areas and political power dynamics in India?

Rural areas have a significant impact on political power dynamics Signup and view all the answers

What is the source of the data for Table 1?

Website: <a href="http://ayush.gov.in">http://ayush.gov.in</a> Signup and view all the answers

What was the birth rate in India in 1901-10?

40 per 1000 population Signup and view all the answers

What was the average annual growth rate of the population in 1961?

1.96% Signup and view all the answers

What was the total population of India in 1991?

846 million Signup and view all the answers

What was the decadal growth rate of the population in 1941?

14.2% Signup and view all the answers

What is the source of the data for Chart 1?

National Commission on Population, Government of India Signup and view all the answers

What was the primary objective in the early days?

To promote various birth control methods and improve public health standards Signup and view all the answers

According to Census data, what is the trend of population growth in India since 1991?

It is on the decline Signup and view all the answers

What is the average number of children a woman is expected to give birth to during her lifetime today?

2.7 children Signup and view all the answers

What is the projected population of India by 2050?

1.6 billion Signup and view all the answers

What contributes to population growth over the next generation despite a decline in fertility rates?

Population momentum Signup and view all the answers

What has been the trend in Crude Death Rate and Birth Rate over the past four decades?

Both have decreased Signup and view all the answers

What was the average number of children a woman was expected to give birth to during her lifetime in 1990?

3.8 children Signup and view all the answers

What has been the trend in the decline of Birth Rate and Death Rate from 1950 to 1990?

The decline in CBR was less steep than the decline in CDR Signup and view all the answers

What is the target for increase in utilization of public health facilities by 2025?

50% from current levels Signup and view all the answers

What is the target for antenatal care coverage by 2025?

Above 90% Signup and view all the answers

What is the target for full immunization of newborns by 2025?

Above 90% Signup and view all the answers

What is the target for reduction in prevalence of current tobacco use by 2025?

30% reduction Signup and view all the answers

What is the target for reduction of stunting in under-five children by 2025?

40% reduction Signup and view all the answers

What is the target for access to safe water and sanitation?

By 2020 Signup and view all the answers

What is the target for increase in State sector health spending by 2020?

> 8% of their budget Signup and view all the answers

What is the target for reduction of occupational injury from current levels by 2020?

By half Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the article by David Bloom referenced in the content?

7 Billion and Counting Signup and view all the answers

What is the year of the Census of India referenced in the content?

2001 Signup and view all the answers

Who is the author of the book 'Population of India and Pakistan'?

Kingsley Davis Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary reason for parents preferring to have sons rather than daughters?

Not specified in the content Signup and view all the answers

What is the name of the online encyclopedia referenced in the content?

Wikipedia Signup and view all the answers

What is the title of the chapter in which the content is referenced?

Chapter 2: Implications of Declining Sex Ratio Signup and view all the answers

Study Notes

The Demographic Structure of Indian Society

The population of India and its growth during the 20th century is shown in Table 1.
The table displays the total population, average annual growth rate, and decadal growth rate from 1901 to 2011.
The population growth rate declined after 1921 due to increased control over famines and epidemic diseases.

Birth and Death Rates in India

Chart 1 illustrates the birth and death rates in India from 1901 to 2017.
The birth rate and death rate per 1000 population are shown in the chart.
The birth rate has been decreasing, while the death rate has been increasing over the years.

Urbanization in India

More than two-thirds of the urban population lives in 27 big cities with million-plus populations.
These larger cities are growing rapidly, making it difficult for urban infrastructure to keep pace.
Although the urban population is growing, rural areas remain a significant force in political power dynamics.

Population Policy in India

India has had an official population policy since 1952.
The National Family Planning Programme was introduced to control population growth through birth control methods and public health standards.
The programme aimed to slow down population growth rate and improve public awareness.

India's Demographic Transition

Census data suggests that population growth is declining since 1991.
The average number of children a woman expects to give birth to has fallen from 3.8 in 1990 to 2.7 today.
Despite declining fertility and population growth rates, India's population is projected to increase from 1.2 billion to 1.6 billion by 2050 due to population momentum.

Health Objectives in India

By 2025, increase utilization of public health facilities by 50%.
Achieve 90% antenatal care coverage and skilled attendance at birth.
Increase full immunization of newborns to 90% by one year of age.
Meet the need for family planning above 90% at national and sub-national levels.
Reduce the prevalence of stunting in under-five children by 40% by 2025.

Health Indicators in India

Increase access to safe water and sanitation to all by 2020.
Reduce occupational injury by half from current levels of 334 per lakh agricultural workers by 2020.
Increase State sector health spending to > 8% of their budget by 2020.
Decrease the proportion of households facing catastrophic health expenditure by 25% by 2025.

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