Birth in India has to be registered within ______ of its occurrence.

Correct option is C

Ans. (c) 21 days
Explanation:
According to the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969, every birth in India must be registered within 21 days of its occurrence.
Key Points on Birth Registration in India:
1. Legal Requirement:
· Birth registration is mandatory under the Registration of Births and Deaths (RBD) Act, 1969.
· Helps in citizenship, identity, and social welfare programs.
2. Time Limit for Registration:
· Within 21 days: Normal registration (no penalty).
· After 21 days but within 30 days: Requires written permission from the Registrar and a late fee.
· After 30 days but within 1 year: Requires permission from the Tahsildar or Block Development Officer (BDO) and a late fee.
· After 1 year: Requires an affidavit, magistrate's approval, and a late fee.
3. Who Should Register the Birth?
· Institutional Births (Hospitals/Nursing Homes): Done by the hospital authorities.
· Home Births: Parents or relatives must report to the local municipal office or panchayat.
4. Documents Needed for Birth Registration:
· Birth certificate application form
· Proof of birth (hospital record or affidavit)
· Identity proof of parents
· Address proof
Why are the other options incorrect?
1. 7 days → (Incorrect Choice)
· There is no specific requirement to register within 7 days, though early registration is encouraged.
2. 14 days → (Incorrect Choice)
· Not the legally defined time frame under the RBD Act, 1969.
3. 1 month → (Incorrect Choice)
· Birth registration is considered late after 21 days, and beyond 30 days requires additional approval.
Conclusion:
Since birth in India must be registered within 21 days as per the Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969, the correct answer is:
✅ (c) 21 days.