A surge in the population in the productive age group (15-64 years) means a larger workforce relative to the non-working population. This can lead to higher productivity, increased savings, and greater investment, potentially boosting economic growth, provided there are sufficient opportunities for employment and investment. Population experts anticipated this favorable demographic shift for India around 2016, resulting from declining fertility rates and improvements in life expectancy.
When population experts refer to the possible "Demographic Bonus" that may accrue to India around 2016, they are referring to the Phenomenon of
Asked in UPPSC Upper Mains 2009 · Topic: India: Population (Demographic Dividend and Ageing Population)
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Answer: A. a surge in the population in the productive age group
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