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Demographic Futures Survey 2026
July 23 , 2026
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- The United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) released the Lives, Choices and Futures — Demographic Futures Survey 2026, analysing youth aspirations, relationships and family decisions.
- The global survey covered 108,926 internet-connected young adults (18–39 years) across 73 countries and territories.
- Over two-thirds of respondents preferred a family arrangement involving marriage, showing continued interest in family life.
- Financial security (81%) and stable employment and housing were identified as major factors influencing partnerships and parenthood decisions.
- In India, women aged 18–39 years reported an ideal family size of 2.1 children, while the actual average among women aged 35–39 was 1.0 child.
- The report highlighted that declining fertility is linked more to economic challenges, housing costs, employment insecurity and lack of support systems rather than reduced interest in parenthood.
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