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OPSC OCS 2025 · Question 17 of 84

Consider the following statements regarding demographic transitions and economic implications for India and Odisha: (2025) 1. Odisha has already reached replacement-level fertility (TFR below 2.1), implying that its working-age population share will peak earlier than states like Uttar Pradesh. 2. The demographic dividend in Odisha is contingent on labour force participation rates (LFPR), __________________________________________________________ which for women in Odisha are significantly lower than the national average. 3. The ageing index in Odisha is projected to increase sharply by 2041, increasing the burden on social security and healthcare systems. 4. Migration from Odisha to other states is predominantly circular and male-dominated, leading to feminisation of agriculture in source districts. Which statements are correct?

Odisha History

  1. A1, 2 and 3 only
  2. B1, 2 and 4 only
  3. C2, 3 and 4 only
  4. D1, 2, 3 and 4Correct

Answer: D. 1, 2, 3 and 4

Explanation

Statement 1 is correct: Odisha has reached replacement-level fertility (TFR ≤ 2.1), indicating its population growth rate has stabilized and its working-age cohort will peak earlier than high-fertility states like Uttar Pradesh. Statement 2 is correct: Realizing the demographic…

Source: OPSC OCS Prelims 2025 GS Paper-I (Set D); answers per Apti Plus unofficial key

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