The diagrams illustrate the population structure of France and India by age and gender.
Overall, France has an ageing population with a narrow base, while India shows a youthful population with a wide base. This reflects low birth rates and high life expectancy in France, compared with high fertility and rapid population growth in India.
In France, the proportion of children is relatively small, indicating a low birth rate. The largest share of the population is found in the middle and older age groups, particularly between 40 and 70 years. In the oldest age groups, females outnumber males, which suggests a higher life expectancy among women. This type of population structure is typical of a developed country.
In contrast, India’s population pyramid has a very wide base, showing a high percentage of young people aged under 20. The population gradually decreases with age, and there are relatively few elderly people. Males slightly outnumber females in most age groups. This expansive population structure indicates high birth rates and fast population growth, which are common characteristics of developing countries.