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 refers to NFHS-6, but the latest available official 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, indicating a trend towards population stabilization.
• The Contraceptive Prevalence Rate (CPR) for any method has increased significantly to 66.7% (approximated as 67%), showing improved adoption of family planning methods.

Why Other Options Were Wrong

• Option B: The official TFR from NFHS-5 is 2.0. While the rate is declining and may reach 1.9 in the future, the latest reported national average is 2.0.
• Option C: These figures are outdated. A TFR of 2.2 and a CPR of 54% were reported in the previous survey, NFHS-4 (2015-16). The current trend shows a lower TFR and a higher CPR.
• Option D: These values are significantly outdated and reflect data from much earlier periods (e.g., NFHS-3, 2005-06, had a TFR of 2.7).

Related Visual

• Visual 1: Infographic: A bar chart comparing key indicators (TFR, CPR, IMR, MMR) between NFHS-4 (2015-16) and NFHS-5 (2019-21) to highlight national public health trends.

Clinical Relevance

• Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Key demographic indicators from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS) as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
• Community health nurses use TFR and CPR data to identify high-fertility areas and communities with low contraceptive use, allowing for targeted health education and family planning services.
• This data is essential for counseling couples on family planning, spacing of children, and available contraceptive methods, directly impacting maternal and child health outcomes.
• What if? If a community's CPR was found to be significantly lower than the national average of 67%, the nursing priority would shift from general awareness to intensive, localized campaigns, door-to-door counseling, and ensuring a steady supply of a variety of contraceptive options at the local PHC/sub-center.

How to Approach the Question

• First, identify the core concepts asked: Total Fertility Rate (TFR) and Contraceptive Prevalence Rate (CPR) from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS).
• Note the specific survey mentioned (NFHS-6). Recognize that questions may refer to upcoming surveys, but answers must be based on the latest published data, which is currently NFHS-5.
• Recall the key figures from NFHS-5: TFR has dropped to 2.0 and CPR has risen to approximately 67%.
• Compare these figures with the given options to find the closest match.
• Eliminate options with outdated or incorrect data. For instance, TFRs above 2.2 and CPRs below 60% represent older data.

Concept Tested & Keywords

• Concept Tested: Key demographic indicators from the National Family Health Survey (NFHS).
• Stem keywords: National Family Health Survey, NFHS-6, Total Fertility Rate, TFR, Contraceptive Prevalence Rate, CPR
• Lead-in keywords: what are the approximate values
• Negative lead-in flag: false

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