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'Policies need to be in tune with reality': Supreme Court calls for fresh look at 2-child norms amid decline in fertility rate

'Policies need to be in tune with reality': Supreme Court calls for fresh look at 2-child norms amid decline in fertility rate

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  • left · 1 outlet

    The court cites the falling fertility rate, and says population-control laws undermine reproductive autonomy and exclude citizens from democratic participation

    — The Federal

  • center · 2 outlets

    New Delhi, November 4 (IANS): The Supreme Court on Wednesday observed that India’s demographic landscape has undergone a significant transformation over the past two decades, and hence laws disqualifying individuals with more than two children from contesting elections may no longer be relevant in…

    — The Morung Express

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The court cited India's declining fertility rate, which fell to 1.9 in 2024, and warned of the long-term consequences of an ageing population.

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'Policies need to be in tune with reality': Supreme Court calls for fresh look at 2-child norms amid decline in fertility rate

The court cited India's declining fertility rate, which fell to 1.9 in 2024, and warned of the long-term consequences of an ageing population.

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