Question

According to the SRS Statistical Report 2018, what is the total fertility rate of illiterate women in Kerala in the age group of 15-49?

• A. 1.7
• B. 1.8
• C. 2.0
• D. 1.5

Answer 1

Answer:

B. 1.8

• The SRS (Sample Registration System) is a demographic survey conducted by the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India.

• The 2018 report provides key statistics on fertility, mortality, and population growth in India.

• Kerala has consistently shown lower Total Fertility Rates (TFR) compared to the national average, often cited as a hallmark of the 'Kerala Model' of development.

• The 'Kerala Model' emphasizes high human development indicators achieved through public investment in health, education, and social welfare, even with a lower per capita income compared to many other Indian states.

• Illiteracy, while declining in Kerala, is often correlated with higher fertility rates in demographic studies.

• The report highlights that TFR varies significantly across different socio-economic groups, including education levels.

• For Kerala, the TFR for illiterate women in the 15-49 age group was recorded at 1.8 in the 2018 SRS report.

• This figure indicates that, on average, illiterate women in this age bracket in Kerala have 1.8 children.