Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Indian Society: Demographic Structure of Indian Society

Question:

One of the prime reasons why the 'demographic dividend' is considered temporary is______.

Options:

It is properly utilized through planned development

The larger pool of working age people will eventually turn into non-working old people

Some countries can exploit the demographic advantage while others cannot

Population size keeps changing

Correct Answer:

The larger pool of working age people will eventually turn into non-working old people

Explanation:

A falling dependency ratio can be a source of economic growth and prosperity due to the larger proportion of workers relative to non-workers. This is sometimes refered to as the ‘demographic dividend’, or benefit flowing from the changing age structure. However, this benefit is temporary because the larger pool of working age people will eventually turn into non-working old people.