India Exam Junction
31. Which of the following is/are correct about major factors which affect the fertility rates?
1. It is inversely related to per capita income and literacy rate
2. It is high in countries with balanced sex ratio
3. Better diet and quality of life positively affect birth rate
4. High female work participation in non-agriculture economy has adverse impact on birth rate
Only 2 and 3 are true
Only 4 is true
Only 1 and 4 are true
1, 2, 3 and 4 are true
Correct Answer :
Only 1 and 4 are true
Solution
- Fertility rates are inversely related to per capita income and literacy rate: Higher income and education levels typically lead to lower fertility rates as people focus more on careers and quality of life.
- Balanced sex ratio does not necessarily lead to high fertility rates: Other social, cultural, and economic factors play a more significant role.
- Better diet and quality of life do not positively affect birth rates: These factors generally lead to better child survival rates rather than higher birth rates.
- High female work participation in non-agricultural sectors lowers fertility rates: Women in these sectors often delay childbirth or have fewer children due to career commitments.