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Population

Himachal Pradesh Board · Class 9 · Social Science

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According to the 2011 Census, what is India's population?

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Which state has the highest population in India according to the 2011 Census?

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What is population density?

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What was India's population density in 2011?

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Which of the following factors contribute to high population density in Northern Plains? (Select all correct answers)

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Flat terrain, Fertile soils, Abundant rainfall

The Northern Plains have high population density because of favorable geographic conditions: flat terrain makes settlement easy, fertile soils support agriculture, and abundant rainfall ensures water availability. Cold climate and rocky terrain would actually discourage settlement.

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Which of the following are the three main processes of population change? (Select all correct answers)

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Birth rates, Death rates, Migration

The three main processes that change population are: birth rates (number of births), death rates (number of deaths), and migration (movement of people). These three factors together determine how a population grows or declines over time.

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When was the first complete census conducted in India?

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1881

The first complete census in India was conducted in 1881. Although the first census was held in 1872, it was not complete. Since 1881, censuses have been held regularly every tenth year, making it a reliable source of demographic data.

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What is natural increase of population?

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Difference between birth rates and death rates

Natural increase of population is the difference between birth rates and death rates. When birth rates are higher than death rates, there is a natural increase. This is the primary reason for population growth in most countries, including India.

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