What are the contributing factors to the variation in India's fertility rates?
Exploring the reasons behind the differences in fertility rates across India.
- Economic development and urbanization leading to a decline in fertility rates in urban areas due to increased access to education, employment opportunities, and healthcare.
- Socio-cultural factors such as desired family size, gender norms, and traditions influence fertility preferences in different parts of India.
- Government policies and family planning programs promoting contraception use and family planning services can impact fertility rates.
- Differences in access to healthcare services, including maternal and child health services, family planning methods, and information on reproductive health, can affect fertility rates.
- Educational levels of women, as higher education levels are associated with lower fertility rates due to increased career opportunities and delayed childbearing.
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