Latest CRS data shows improving civil registration of births and deaths and better sex ratio at birth
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The CRS 2024 data reveals a positive trend in India's sex ratio at birth (SRB) and improved civil registration of vital statistics.
Background
The Civil Registration System (CRS) 2024 data shows Kerala leading with 970 females per 1,000 males. States like Arunachal Pradesh, Andaman and Nicobar Islands, Meghalaya, and Mizoram also show strong performance, while Nagaland, Lakshadweep, and Jharkhand show lower ratios.
Facts for Prelims
- FactKerala's Sex Ratio at Birth (SRB) is 970 females per 1,000 males as per CRS 2024.
- BodyCivil Registration System (CRS) is the primary mechanism for recording births and deaths in India.
- FactStates with lower SRB include Nagaland, Lakshadweep, and Jharkhand.
For Mains
Q. Analyze the socio-cultural and demographic factors influencing the variation in Sex Ratio at Birth across different states in India.
Dimensions to cover in your answer
- Demographic imbalance: Persistent preference for male children leading to skewed sex ratios in specific regions.
- Data integrity: Challenges in achieving 100% coverage of civil registration in remote and tribal belts.
- Policy intervention: Effectiveness of the PC&PNDT Act in curbing female feticide in high-risk states.
Keywords: Sex Ratio at Birth · Civil Registration System · Demographic Transition · Gender Imbalance · Vital Statistics
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