Correct option is C
Statement B ( Correct) –
Polygamy and polyandry generally reduce fertility due to social, emotional, and economic complexities.
In polygamous societies, reproductive competition and unequal distribution of partners can affect fertility rates.
In polyandrous societies, fewer births occur per woman.
Statement D (Correct) –
There is an inverse correlation between education level and fertility index.
Higher education levels lead to lower fertility rates, as educated women often prioritize careers, delay marriage, and adopt family planning.
Thus, the correct answer is Option c: B & D Only
Information Booster
1. Socioeconomic Factors:
- Education Level: Higher education → Lower fertility.
- Employment Opportunities: More working women → Lower birth rates.
- Healthcare Access: Better maternal health → Controlled fertility.
2. Cultural & Religious Influences:
- Early Marriage: Leads to higher fertility.
- Family Planning: Widespread contraceptive use lowers fertility.
- Polygamy & Polyandry: Can negatively impact fertility patterns.
Additional Knowledge:
Statement A ( Incorrect) –
Societies with a low age at marriage tend to have a high fertility rate, not low.
Early marriage increases reproductive years, leading to more children per woman.
Statement C ( Incorrect) –
Higher status and empowerment of women are associated with lower birth rates, not higher.
Better education and employment opportunities reduce fertility as women focus on careers and personal growth.
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