VOICED: India faces population crisis

The transcript discusses the challenges faced by a woman married at 14, earning $2 a day, and struggling to afford food and education for her children. Despite government-provided condoms, her husband refuses to use them, leading her to sterilization. Large families are a policy issue for the government, which spends billions on subsidies. With 410 million people below the poverty line, small families are seen as a solution. Civil groups promote family planning, but past forced sterilizations make people wary. Contraception is taboo, with myths affecting its use. India is projected to surpass China's population in 18 years, pressing the government to address urgent needs.

What financial challenge does the woman face after her marriage?

• She cannot afford to buy a house.

• She struggles to pay for her children's school fees.

• She is unable to buy luxury items.

• She cannot afford to travel.

Why does the woman decide to undergo sterilization?

• She wanted to avoid having more children.

• Her husband insisted on it.

• It was a government mandate.

• She wanted to set an example for others.

What is a major concern for the government regarding large families?

• They increase the number of schools needed.

• They lead to more political unrest.

• They contribute to the growing population and strain resources.

• They increase the demand for luxury goods.

What historical event has made people suspicious of family planning programs?

• A government campaign promoting large families.

• A state-run program that forced sterilizations.

• A law banning all forms of contraception.

• A tax on families with more than two children.

What is a common myth about using condoms among men?

• They are ineffective.

• They are difficult to use.

• They are too expensive.

• They reduce masculinity and pleasure.