‘Among those most educated ... ’: Elon Musk flags India’s falling fertility rate
Elon Musk has highlighted concerns regarding India's declining fertility rate, which has fallen below the replacement level of 2.1. Data from the 2024 Sample Registration System indicates that most Indian states are now below this threshold, raising concerns about long-term population stability and economic impacts.
Why it matters
Declining fertility rates in the world's most populous nation could have profound implications for global labor markets, social welfare systems, and economic growth.
Elon Musk Highlights Alarming Drop in India s Fertility Rate | India News - The Times of India
The article reports on public comments and statistical data without taking a political stance, though it focuses on a controversial figure's perspective.
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