‘Pillale Sampada’ to boost population growth, address declining fertility rate in Andhra Pradesh
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Why in news
The Andhra Pradesh government proposed the 'Pillale Sampada' policy to shift from population control to promotion to address declining fertility rates.
Background
The 'Pillale Sampada' (children are wealth) policy proposes financial incentives of ₹30,000 for a third child and ₹40,000 for a fourth child. The policy aims to ensure workforce availability for economic sustainability.
Facts for Prelims
- SchemePillale Sampada: A population management policy proposed by the Andhra Pradesh government
- FactFinancial incentives: ₹30,000 for a third child and ₹40,000 for a fourth child
- PlaceAndhra Pradesh: State implementing the 'Pillale Sampada' policy
For Mains
Q. Discuss the demographic shift from population control to population promotion in Indian states and its implications for long-term economic sustainability.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Demographic dividend: Balancing declining fertility rates with the need for a sustainable future workforce
- Fiscal sustainability: Evaluating the long-term viability of direct cash transfers for population growth incentives
Keywords: Demographic transition · Fertility rate · Economic sustainability · Population policy · Fiscal incentives
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