Question

How is the population of India grouped?

Answer 1

The population of a nation is generally grouped into three broad categories.

1. Children (below 15 years):- They are economically unproductive and need to be provided with food, clothing, education, and medical care.
2. Working Age (15-59 years):- They are economically productive and biologically reproductive. They comprise the working population.
3. Aged (above 59 years):- They can be economically productive though they may have retired.