According to the National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6), what are the approximate values of Total Fertility Rate (TFR) and Contraceptive Prevalence Rate (CPR)?

1. A

   TFR ≈ 2.0; CPR ≈ 67%

2. B

   TFR ≈ 1.9; CPR ≈ 67%

3. C

   TFR ≈ 2.5; CPR ≈ 50%

4. D

   TFR ≈ 3.0; CPR ≈ 40%

Appeared in: NORCET 10 Prelims-2026

Explanation

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• The question references NFHS-6, but its data is not yet released. The most current data is from NFHS-5 (2019-21).
• According to NFHS-5, India's Total Fertility Rate (TFR) has fallen to 2.0, which is below the replacement level of 2.1.
• The Contraceptive Prevalence Rate (CPR) has increased to 67% in NFHS-5, indicating improved adoption of family planning methods.
• This option accurately reflects the key findings of the latest available National Family Health Survey.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

• Option B: This option presents a slightly incorrect TFR value (1.9). While close, the official figure reported in NFHS-5 is 2.0.
• Option C: Both the TFR (2.5) and CPR (50%) values are outdated. A TFR of 2.5 is closer to the figures from around 2012, and a CPR of 50% is closer to the NFHS-4 (2015-16) era.
• Option D: These values are significantly outdated. A TFR of 3.0 and a CPR of 40% reflect the demographic situation in India from the late 1990s or early 2000s.

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Clinical Relevance

• Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain National Health Survey Data (TFR & CPR) as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
• Community health nurses use TFR and CPR data to plan and implement family planning programs, focusing resources on areas with higher fertility and lower contraceptive use.
• These indicators are crucial for counseling patients on family planning, helping them make informed choices that align with national health goals and personal well-being.
• Understanding these trends helps nurses appreciate the impact of public health policies and their role in achieving population stabilization and improving maternal and child health outcomes.

How to Approach the Question

• First, identify the key terms in the question: 'NFHS-6', 'Total Fertility Rate (TFR)', and 'Contraceptive Prevalence Rate (CPR)'.
• Recognize that questions about very recent surveys (like NFHS-6) may be tricky if the results are not yet public. In such cases, the answer will rely on the latest officially released data, which is NFHS-5.
• Recall or look for the benchmark figures from NFHS-5. The two most significant findings are the TFR dropping to 2.0 (below replacement level) and the CPR rising to 67%.
• Scan the options to find the pair of values that matches this data.
• Select the option 'TFR ≈ 2.0; CPR ≈ 67%' as it correctly states the findings from the most recent available survey.
• Eliminate other options by recognizing they represent older data or are slightly inaccurate.

Concept Tested & Keywords

• Concept Tested: National Health Survey Data (TFR & CPR)
• Stem keywords: National Family Health Survey (NFHS-6), Total Fertility Rate (TFR), Contraceptive Prevalence Rate (CPR)
• Lead-in keywords: what are the approximate values

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Reference Book

E6 Parks TextBook of Preventive & Social Medicine part 1 — Subpart C (pp 404-604 of 604) pp. 183-185, 187-189