Question

Age Composition of the Population of India 1961 – 2026

Based on the above table, answer the following questions:

(a) What is meant by demographic dividend?

Hint:

Demographic dividend is about changing age structures that can create an opportunity for economic growth.

Answer 1

A demographic dividend, also known as a demographic bonus, signifies a population shift where the number of working-age individuals (aged 15-59) increases relative to non-working dependents (aged 0-14 and 60+).