Several political leaders have termed the suggestion as regressive, while demographic experts argue that reversing family planning was unwelcome

Mohan Bhagwat referenced modern demographic studies, stating that when a community's fertility rate falls below 2.1, the society faces the risk of extinction.

RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat highlighted the declining fertility rate in India, stressing it should be at least 3 to prevent extinction risks. He warned that a TFR below 2.1 can lead to cultural loss and emphasized the importance of families in society.

In the latest episode of Nation Wants To Know, Deepti Sachdeva delves into the controversy surrounding RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat's remarks on population dynamics. Bhagwat advocated for families to have at least three children,

RSS chief Dr Mohan Bhagwat has reignited Indias population debate, urging families to have at least three children to ensure societal survival. Speaking in Nagpur, Bhagwat cited demographic studies to justify his appeal,

The RSS chief said the population policy of India, decided around 1998 or 2002, says that the population growth rate should not be below 2.1

RSS-linked weekly Organiser too has echoed the concern about how lower birth rates may place western and southern states at a “disadvantage” during delimitation.