Geography · Demography
Consider the following statements regarding India's demographic transition and ageing pattern: I. A State in India is officially classified as an 'ageing State' when the proportion of its elderly population (60+ years) exceeds 20%. II. The Old-Age Dependency Ratio (OADR) in India's census framework is generally defined as the number of persons aged 60 years and above per 100 persons in the working-age group of 15–59 years. III. Low-fertility States typically undergo demographic ageing transitions earlier than high-fertility States. IV. The National Policy on Older Persons (1999) envisages the establishment of State Councils for Senior Citizens to guide and monitor welfare initiatives. How many of the above statements are correct?
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