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1. Which Indian state plans to introduce a law to encourage residents to have more children due to historically low fertility rates?
Andhra Pradesh, led by Chief Minister N Chandrababu Naidu, aims to counter its declining fertility rate of 1.70, which is below the national average. The proposed law would incentivize having more children, with Naidu suggesting only candidates with two or more children be allowed to contest local body elections. This move addresses concerns about the state's ageing population and potential labour shortages. Southern states, including Andhra Pradesh, face significant demographic challenges due to low fertility rates.