As per National Family Health Survey-5 (NFHS-5, 2019-21) data, India's Total Fertility Rate (TFR) has reached:
- A 3.2
- B 2.5
- C 2.0 ✓
- D 1.6
Correct answer: C. 2.0
Explanation
NFHS-5 (2019-21) reports India's national TFR at 2.0, which is at or below the replacement level fertility of 2.1 for the first time. This indicates that India has reached demographic transition with below-replacement fertility at the national level, although significant inter-state variation persists (Bihar TFR 2.98 vs. Sikkim 1.1). This is a landmark indicator reflecting the success of family planning programmes.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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