RuhaniAIR 5 · CSE 2023 · 133 wordsTheir whole copy
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The pace of demographic transition is the fastest in Southern States like Kerala, Tamil Nadu.
Whereas, transition is slowest in states like Bihar and UP where total fertility rate is still high.
This makes demographic transition a double-edged sword as it has both pros and cons.
FAST DEMOGRAPHIC TRANSITION PROS
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-> less children (less dependants) -> more workforce (more skilling, higher incomes)
CONS -> increased elderly people -> less working class -> more burden on state for pensions -> geriatric care facilities to be provided
SLOW DEMOGRAPHIC TRANSITION PROS -> less elderly population (less pension pressure on government)
CONS -> less working age population (less skills, less income) -> More children (more creches needed)
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Thus, different strategies need to be adopted by different states for a smooth demographic transition.