As per India’s National Population Policy, 2000, by which one of the following years is it our long-term objective to achieve population stabilization?
✓ Correct answer: c) 2045
ExplanationIndia’s National Population Policy, 2000, sets a long- term objective to achieve a stable population by the year 2045. This goal aligns with sustainable economic growth, social development, and environmental protection.The policy em- phasizes addressing unmet needs for contraception, healthcare infrastructure, and personnel, aiming to bring the Total Fertility Rate (TFR) to replacement levels by 2010. The medium-term objective is to achieve a TFR of 2.1 by 2010, and the long-term objective is to stabilize the population by 2045. 145
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