Indian Demographic Panel Finalizes Questionnaire to Study Population Shifts
A high-level committee led by retired Justice Prakash Prabhakar Navlekar has developed a comprehensive questionnaire to analyze demographic changes across India. Recently formed to investigate shifts influenced by factors such as illegal immigration, the panel briefed Home Minister Amit Shah on its upcoming strategy. The committee plans to conduct on-the-ground visits to various states and union territories to gather primary insights and data. In addition to field research, the panel will consult with multiple central ministries. The final objective is to submit a detailed set of recommendations to the government regarding national demographic trends and security implications in a timely manner.
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