BPSC – Combined Competitive Examination · Question 54
Consider the following statements: 1) The proportion of the young population (0–19 years) in Bihar is projected to decline significantly by 2041. 2) Bihar's demographic dividend is expected to peak around 2041. 3) The elderly population (60+ years) in Bihar is expected to rise more sharply than in India. Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
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Answer: (A) 1 and 2 are correct
Explanation
Bihar's high fertility means its population ages later and more slowly than India's, with its dividend peaking around 2041.
- (A) Correct
Correct: the young share falls and the working-age share peaks around 2041.
- (B) Incorrect
Wrong: Bihar ages more slowly than India, so 3 is false.
- (C) Incorrect
Wrong: statement 3 is false.
- (D) Incorrect
Wrong: only code A is correct.