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UPPSC 2021 GS-I Current Affairs
Question

With reference to the "Uttar Pradesh Population Control, Stabilisation and Welfare" Bill, 2021 which of the following(s) is/are correct ?

1. This Bill aims to bring the birth rate down to 2.1 per thousands population by 2026.
2. At present, the fertility rate in the State is 2.7 per thousand.

Select the correct answer using the codes given below.

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Both 1 and 2

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Both 1 and 2”.
The goal of the Bill is to reduce the state's fertility rate to 2.1 per thousand population by 2026 and 1.9 by 2030.

Uttar Pradesh's current fertility rate is 2.7 per thousand population. It is proposed to help improve the overall welfare of the people of the state, which would lead to sustainable economic development.

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