The concept of 'Optimum Population' was developed by: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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The concept of 'Optimum Population' was developed by:

A. Edwin Cannan

B. John Graunt

C. Thomas Malthus

D. Karl Marx

Answer: Option A

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Edwin Cannan proposed the Optimum Population Theory, which refers to the population size that maximizes per capita income.

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