According to the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5, 2019–21), India's current Total Fertility Rate (TFR) is approximately:
- A 1.8
- B 2.0 ✓
- C 2.2
- D 2.8
Correct answer: B. 2.0
Explanation
NFHS-5 (2019–21) reported India's Total Fertility Rate as 2.0 children per woman, down from 2.2 in NFHS-4 (2015–16). This indicates India has achieved near replacement-level fertility (2.1) at the national level. However, significant inter-state variation persists — Bihar and UP remain above 3.0, while Kerala, Tamil Nadu and Andhra Pradesh are well below 2.0.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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