Inheritance, demographics, and economic development

Inheritance, demographics, and economic development

May 20, 2026 · 1h 24m

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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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