Population density is highest in regions with: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Population density is highest in regions with:
A. Political instability
B. High altitude and extreme temperatures
C. Arid climate and poor soil
D. Fertile land, water availability, and economic opportunities
Answer: Option D
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Population density correlates with habitability factors: fertile soil, water, moderate climate, and jobs attract settlement, leading to high density in river valleys, coasts, and urban centers.

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