Fertility Trends and Societal Implications

This chapter explores the significance of replacement fertility rates and the impacts of declining birth rates across the globe, challenging the idea that immigration can compensate for low fertility. It investigates how cultural practices and societal norms influence reproductive choices, paralleling past experiments with contemporary urban scenarios. Additionally, the discussion foresees the evolving socio-political landscape as fertility rates drop, urging a re-examination of traditional family structures and economic policies in response to impending demographic shifts.