Sociology II · Topic
Ageing, Sex Ratio and Health
Emerging demographic issues: ageing, sex ratios, child and infant mortality, reproductive health.
53 UPSC Mains Sociology II questions on Ageing, Sex Ratio and Health that toppers answered in test series, CSE 2015–2025, most answered first. Open one to see how toppers opened, built and closed it.
"Focusing on the automatic "gains" to be delivered by the demographic dividend may result in an under emphasis of the effort needed to meet the new challenges that the current phase of the demographic transition brings". Elaborate.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2015
Population Size and GrowthAgeing, Sex Ratio and Health
"India can be considered a role model for the West only if women and non-binary pregnant individuals have complete autonomy over their bodies and reproductive rights". Analyse the statement in context of impact of recent legislations on reproductive issues in India.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Patriarchy and EntitlementsAgeing, Sex Ratio and Health
What are the current patterns and changes in migration structure of India?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Population Size and GrowthAgeing, Sex Ratio and Health
Discuss the challenges and opportunities presented by India's demographic dividend in the context of skill development and employment generation.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Population Size and GrowthAgeing, Sex Ratio and Health
'Women's Reproductive Health Is The Most Neglected Thing In Our Society'. In the context of this statement, discuss the Socio-cultural factors responsible for lack of proper implementation of programmes concerning reproductive health.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2018
Ageing, Sex Ratio and HealthPatriarchy and Entitlements
Demography offers a potential, it is not a destiny - critically comment
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2020
Population Size and GrowthAgeing, Sex Ratio and Health
Analyse the factors that have led the deep rooted 'son-complex' or the DEMARU phenomenon. How effective are the flagship state interventions in dealing with this menace?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Ageing, Sex Ratio and HealthPatriarchy and Entitlements
Should right to health be a fundamental right? Discuss the health and wellness requirements of various social groups to achieve impactful societal outcomes?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Constitution, Law and Social ChangePoverty and Inequality
Discuss the efficacy of using incentives and disincentives as a tool/strategy to control population. Elaborate in the context of recently proposed two- child policy pushed by the Uttar Pradesh government.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Population Policy and Family PlanningPopulation Size and Growth
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. 10 x 5 = 50 (a) Comment on the influence of social and cultural factors on family planning in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Population Policy and Family PlanningPatriarchy and Entitlements
Despite a progressive law, accessing abortion by women is still challenging in India. Discuss.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2024
Ageing, Sex Ratio and HealthPatriarchy and Entitlements
"A population policy that protects our demographic assets while preparing for difficult challenges that lie ahead is the need of the hour." Critically examine.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Population Size and GrowthPopulation Policy and Family Planning
Write a short note on each of the following in not more than 150 words. 10 x 5 = 50 (a) “Differences in cultural norms affect fertility behaviour”. Comment in the context of population dynamics in India.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2021
Population Size and GrowthAgeing, Sex Ratio and Health
Critically examine the outcomes of National Population policy (NPP) 2000 in the light of the recent NFHS 5 findings.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Population Policy and Family PlanningAgeing, Sex Ratio and Health
Discuss the socioeconomic implications of India's declining fertility rate crossing replacement level in certain states.
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Ageing, Sex Ratio and HealthRegionalism and Decentralisation
Discuss the nature and trends of urbanisation in India and its impact on the safety of different vulnerable sections. Also, examine the socio-cultural consequences of the ageing population in India and the preparedness of the state to handle it.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Urbanisation and SlumsAgeing, Sex Ratio and Health
Examine the socio-cultural consequences of an increasing dependency ratio? Is India prepared to handle its burgeoning geriatric population?
20 marks · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Ageing, Sex Ratio and Health
What is Dependency Ratio? Examine the socio-cultural consequences of an increasing dependency ratio?
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Ageing, Sex Ratio and HealthPopulation Size and Growth
Discuss the sociological dimensions of India's demographic transition and its implications for social policy.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Population Size and GrowthAgeing, Sex Ratio and Health
Examine the impact of culture on fertility rates in India. (b) What are nativist movements? Explain with examples. (c) Why is Infant Mortality Rate (IMR) considered a sensitive index for measuring development? (d) Discuss the relationship between cultural nationalism and identity politics. (e) Critically examine D.N. Dhanagare's classification of agrarian movements in India.
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2022
Population Size and GrowthAgeing, Sex Ratio and Health
While demographic dividend is seen as a driver of economic growth, the growing elderly population in India poses potential challenges that could undermine these efforts. Do you agree?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Ageing, Sex Ratio and Health
Discuss how the experiences and challenges of ageing are differentially shaped by class and gender in Indian society.
10 marks · 150 words · Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2025
Ageing, Sex Ratio and HealthPoverty and Inequality
Discuss the reasons for, and the impact of, high population in India. How can India harness its demographic dividend? (b) Secularism and Religious Revivalism are two sides of the same coin in India. Comment. (c) What is the Indian idea of Nationalism? How is it transiting in recent times?
Answered by 1 topper · CSE 2023
Population Size and GrowthAgeing, Sex Ratio and Health