Population and Census MCQs

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Population and Census MCQs

Practice Population and Census MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering population distribution, population density, demographic indicators, literacy rate, sex ratio, migration, urbanization, census data and important population-related geography topics frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.

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Question #241
Which state contributes the largest share to India's total population?
A. Maharashtra
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Bihar
D. West Bengal
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh contributes the largest share to India's total population.
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Question #242
What is the average number of persons living in one square kilometer called?
A. Population composition
B. Population density
C. Population ratio
D. Population growth
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Population density refers to the number of persons living per square kilometer of area.
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Question #243
Which of the following factors does NOT directly affect population distribution?
A. Longitude
B. Relief
C. Natural resources
D. Climate
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Longitude does not directly influence population distribution, whereas climate, relief and resources do.
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Question #244
Which river plain has the highest population concentration in India?
A. Narmada Valley
B. Indo-Gangetic Plain
C. Godavari Basin
D. Mahanadi Basin
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Indo-Gangetic Plain has fertile soils, water availability and transport facilities, leading to high population concentration.
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Question #245
Which Indian state has the highest percentage of urban population?
A. Kerala
B. Goa
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Maharashtra
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Goa has one of the highest percentages of urban population among Indian states.
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Question #246
The movement of people from one place to another within the same country is called:
A. Forced migration
B. External migration
C. International migration
D. Internal migration
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Internal migration occurs when people move within the boundaries of the same country.
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Question #247
Which state is known for having the highest proportion of elderly population in India?
A. Punjab
B. Haryana
C. Gujarat
D. Kerala
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Kerala has a higher proportion of elderly population due to low fertility and high life expectancy.
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Question #248
What is meant by population composition?
A. Population growth only
B. Population density only
C. Structure of population by age, sex and occupation
D. Urban population only
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Population composition refers to demographic characteristics such as age, sex, occupation and education.
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Question #249
The age group 0-14 years is generally known as:
A. Working population
B. Earning population
C. Dependent population
D. Industrial population
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Children aged 0-14 years are generally considered economically dependent.
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Question #250
Which age group forms the largest working population in India?
A. 75+ years
B. 0-14 years
C. 60-75 years
D. 15-59 years
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The age group 15-59 years forms the major working-age population.
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Question #251
Which demographic indicator reflects the health condition of a country?
A. Infant mortality rate
B. Population density
C. Urban population
D. Literacy rate
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Infant Mortality Rate is a key indicator of healthcare quality and overall development.
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Question #252
Who is regarded as the Father of Demography?
A. Karl Marx
B. Adam Smith
C. John Graunt
D. Thomas Malthus
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
John Graunt is regarded as the Father of Demography for his pioneering work on population statistics.
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Question #253
Which theory states that population grows geometrically while food supply grows arithmetically?
A. Migration Theory
B. Malthusian Theory
C. Demographic Transition Theory
D. Optimum Population Theory
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Thomas Malthus proposed that population grows faster than food supply, leading to shortages.
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Question #254
Who proposed the Malthusian Theory of Population?
A. Thomas Robert Malthus
B. Davis
C. Karl Marx
D. John Graunt
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Thomas Robert Malthus proposed the famous population theory in 1798.
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Question #255
Which stage of Demographic Transition Theory is characterized by low birth and low death rates?
A. Stage I
B. Stage IV
C. Stage II
D. Stage III
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Stage IV represents a developed society with low birth and death rates and stable population.
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Question #256
What is the main cause of rapid urbanization in developing countries?
A. Volcanic activity
B. Deforestation
C. Earthquakes
D. Rural-urban migration
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
People move to cities seeking jobs, education and better living conditions.
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Question #257
Which Indian city was the first to cross 10 million population?
A. Kolkata
B. Delhi
C. Mumbai
D. Chennai
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Mumbai became India's first megacity with a population exceeding 10 million.
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Question #258
A city with a population exceeding 10 million is called:
A. Million city
B. Metro city
C. Smart city
D. Megacity
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Megacity is the term used for urban areas with a population of more than 10 million.
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Question #259
Which state has the largest tribal population percentage in India?
A. Arunachal Pradesh
B. Nagaland
C. Meghalaya
D. Mizoram
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Mizoram has one of the highest percentages of Scheduled Tribe population in India.
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Question #260
Population growth due to migration is known as:
A. Mechanical growth
B. Natural growth
C. Actual growth
D. Social growth
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Mechanical growth refers to population change resulting from migration.
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