Lifestyle, Late Marriages Drive India's Fertility Rate Decline

• India's fertility rate has dropped significantly from 6.2 in 1950 to less than two percent currently, projected to reach 1.3 percent by 2050.
• The current fertility rate is below the 2.1 level needed to maintain population size.
• Key reasons for the decline include lifestyle changes, delayed marriages, and various social and economic factors.
• Specific lifestyle factors impacting fertility are poor dietary habits (processed foods, junk food), lack of exercise, and stress.
• Delayed marriages affect fertility, and increased age can lead to higher risks of miscarriage and reduced egg/sperm quality.

Why It Matters: India's falling fertility rate impacts future demographics and personal health.