The Population as a Human Resource

Population means the people living in a country. People are our greatest resource—they drive development and make use of nature’s wealth.

1. Only people have the skill and creativity to turn natural things (like land and minerals) into useful products.
2. The strength of a nation lies in the health, education, and motivation of its people.

Population education teaches us how population size and growth impact families, countries, and the world. It also builds values and responsible attitudes about the right size of families and how population numbers affect quality of life. UNESCO says it helps us think carefully about family and community sizes.

Demographic dividend means having a large number of working-age people compared to non-working ones. India’s large youth population gives it a chance to grow faster if people get proper education and jobs.

• Population is a country’s main resource.
• Human development means improving people’s choices and quality of life.
• Population education helps us understand and plan for the future.
• Demographic dividend is a big opportunity for countries with many young people.