Introduction Social development is closely linked to the health and well-being of a population. Health is not only a basic human right but also a critical factor in achieving broader developmental goals such as education, economic growth, gender equality, and social equity. In the Indian context, despite significant progress in health infrastructure and schemes, maternal…
Introduction India, the world’s most populous country, faces a persistent challenge of poverty. The interconnection between population growth and poverty has long been debated. Some argue that rapid population growth exacerbates poverty by straining resources, while others contend that poverty itself fuels high birth rates. This paper critically examines whether a growing population is the…
India’s population explosion is one of the most pressing issues that the country faces. With more than 1.4 billion people, India is the second-most populous country in the world. The population explosion is a result of various interrelated factors—socio-economic, cultural, political, and health-related—that have contributed to the country’s rapid population growth. 1. High Birth Rate…