India has become the world’s most populous nation, surpassing China, with nearly 1.5 billion citizens. This growing population is seen as both an opportunity and a challenge for the country. On one hand, it’s expected to boost India’s economy, potentially making it the third-largest by 2027. On the other hand, it raises concerns about employment rates, resource consumption, and environmental impacts. While India’s demographic advantage lies in its large working-age population, the task remains to harness this human resource for economic development and address the rising challenges associated with such a vast populace.
- India has surpassed China as the most populous country on Earth, with a population of nearly 1.5 billion.
- The Indian economy is projected to become the third-largest by 2027, following the United States and China.
- India is experiencing a population bonus period with a larger working-age population compared to the number of children and elderly.
- The country faces challenges in employment, with a 23.2% jobless rate for people aged 15 to 24 in the last year.
- India’s reliance on imports for energy is significant, with 90% of its oil and 25% of its coal being imported.
- India is the third-largest emitter of greenhouse gases globally, due to massive fossil fuel consumption.
- The majority of the population lives in rural areas, which poses difficulties in controlling population growth and providing adequate education.
- Foreign companies like Apple and Maruti Suzuki are expanding their presence in India, indicating the country’s increasing global economic relevance.
- Training and education are highlighted as crucial for integrating the young population into the workforce effectively.
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