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What is Demographic Dividend?

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. Increase in 0–5 year age group of population
  2. Increase in 6–15 year age group of population
  3. Increase in 16–64 year age group of population
  4. Increase in over 65 year age group of population

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: Increase in 16–64 year age group of population

Explanation: ✅ Correct Answer: C) Increase in 16–64 year age group of population 📚 Explanation: Demographic dividend refers to the economic growth potential that can result from shifts in a population’s age structure. This occurs when the share of the working-age population (typically 15 to 64 years) is larger than the non-working-age share. It provides a window of opportunity for rapid economic development through increased productivity.