CRS 2023 Reveals Fragile Progress in India's Sex Ratio at Birth - Insights
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In 2023, India hit a demographic milestone that made economists cheer and sociologists lean in closer. According to the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-5) and subsequent 2023 data projections, India’s sex ratio improved to approximately (overall population). For the first time in recorded history, the country has more women than men.
This paper examines the current status of the sex ratio in India as of 2023, with a specific focus on the state of Tamil Nadu. It draws upon data from the National Family Health Survey-5 (NFHS-5) and recent government initiatives to analyze trends in the Child Sex Ratio (CSR) and the overall Sex Ratio (SR). The paper highlights the contrast between national improvements and persistent regional challenges, concluding with an assessment of the impact of government welfare schemes like 'Beti Bachao Beti Padhao'.