Correct option is A
The correct answer is (a) Sample Registration System (SRS).
· The Sample Registration System (SRS) is a large-scale demographic survey conducted by the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India.
· It aims to provide reliable estimates of birth rates, death rates, and other fertility and mortality indicators at both national and sub-national levels.
· The SRS is a vital tool for demographic data collection and is used to monitor the health status of the population in India.
· The SRS is conducted on a continuous basis and provides valuable data for assessing population growth and planning health and development policies. It covers a wide range of socio-economic indicators and is considered one of the most reliable sources of demographic data.
Additional Information:
· The SRS provides estimates of the crude birth rate (CBR), crude death rate (CDR), and the infant mortality rate (IMR) based on a sample of households across the country.
· The SRS has been operational since 1970-71 and helps the government make evidence-based decisions regarding healthcare, population control, and social welfare programs.