The PP was part on a workshop at MIT world peace University in Pune. It highlights the high potential of India from geopolitical, demographic, and economic/financial points of views.
40. Replacement
level of
fertility
•The average number of children
per woman required to maintain
a stable population size over
time, typically around 2.1
children in countries with low
mortality rates."
41. Benefits of
Achieving
Replacement
Level Fertility
1.Favorable Age Structure: More working-
age individuals compared to dependents.
2.Lower Dependency Ratio: Reduced
burden on the working-age population.
3.Increased Labor Supply: Larger pool of
labor for economic productivity.
4.Higher Savings and Investment: Families
have more disposable income.
5.Women's Empowerment: Better access to
education and job opportunities.
6.Urbanization and Industrialization: Shift to
urban-based, productive economies.
42. Demographic
Dividend
•A period of economic
opportunity in a country when
there is a larger working-age
population compared to
dependents, leading to potential
accelerated economic growth
and development.
43. Demographic
Dividend
• A unique phase in a country's
development, characterized by a
larger working-age population
relative to dependents. This
demographic balance creates an
opportunity for accelerated
economic growth and development,
provided the nation invests in
education, healthcare, infrastructure
and employment opportunities to
unleash the potential of its young
and productive workforce
44.
45.
46. To leverage
the
demographic
growth, India
needs:
1.Low Fertility Rates: Achieve near
replacement level fertility.
2.Education & Skills: Invest in quality education
and skill development.
3.Employment Opportunities: Generate
sufficient jobs for the working-age
population.
4.Healthcare & Family Planning: Ensure good
healthcare and family planning services.
5.Infrastructure Development: Improve
transportation, utilities, and communication.
6.Effective Policies: Implement growth-
oriented policies for economic and social
progress