India's Census 2011 reported a Total Fertility Rate (TFR) of 2.4. According to National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5, 2019–2021), India's TFR has now fallen to:
- A 2.3
- B 1.9
- C 2.0 ✓
- D 2.5
Correct answer: C. 2.0
Explanation
NFHS-5 (2019–2021) reported India's national TFR as 2.0, below the replacement level of 2.1 for the first time. This represents a significant demographic transition. Several states including Bihar and Uttar Pradesh remain above replacement TFR, while southern states and several northeastern states are well below 2.0.
Reference: Park's Textbook of Preventive and Social Medicine, 27th ed.
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