Microtheme: Demographic Dividend —
4 questions asked in Prelims in the past.

1. [2018] Consider the following statements :
   Human capital formation as a concept is better explained in terms of a process which enables
   1. individuals of a country to accumulate more capital.
   2. increasing the knowledge, skill levels and capacities the people of the country.
   3. accumulation of tangible wealth.
   4. accumulation of intangible wealth.
   Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
   • (a) 1 and 2
   • (b) (b)2 only
   • (c) (c)2 and 4
   • (d) 1, 3 and 4
   Correct Answer: (C) (c)2 and 4
2. [2013] To obtain full benefits of demographic dividend, what should India do?
   • (a) Promoting skill development
   • (b) Introducing more social security schemes
   • (c) Reducing infant mortality rate
   • (d) Privatization of higher education
   Correct Answer: (A) Promoting skill development
3. [2012] Consider the following specific stages of demographic transition associated with economic development:
   1. Low birth rate with low death rate
   2. High birth rate with high death rate
   3. High birth rate with low death rate
   Select the correct answer using the code given below:
   • (a) 1, 2, 3
   • (b) 2, 1, 3
   • (c) 2, 3, 1
   • (d) 3, 2, 1
   Correct Answer: (C) 2, 3, 1
4. [2011] India is regarded as a country with a “Demographic Dividend”. This is due to
   • (a) Its high population in the age group below 15 years.
   • (b) Its high population in the age group of 15-64 years.
   • (c) Its high population in the age group above 65 years.
   • (d) Its high total population.
   Correct Answer: (B) Its high population in the age group of 15-64 years.