Inheritance, demographics, and economic development
From Latest 100 | LSE Public lectures and events | Audio by LSE Film and Audio Team
May 21, 2026 · 1h 24m
About this episode
This lecture discusses the impact of inheritance institutions on family structures and demographic decisions, influencing economic development.
Inheritance institutions shape family structures and demographic decisions, with enduring implications for economic development. This lecture describes how inheritance rules affect fertility, marriage, and migration decisions in historical and development contexts.
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Host: LSE Film and Audio Team
Topics covered
- inheritance
- demographics
- economic development
- family structures
- fertility
- marriage
- migration
Keywords
- inheritance
- demographics
- economic development
- fertility
- marriage
- migration
- family structures
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