What is meant by population composition? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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What is meant by population composition?

A. Population growth only

B. Structure of population by age, sex and occupation

C. Population density only

D. Urban population only

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Population composition refers to demographic characteristics such as age, sex, occupation and education.

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Which state had the highest proportion of cultivators according to Census 2011?

A. Madhya Pradesh

B. Punjab

C. Arunachal Pradesh

D. Himachal Pradesh

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Arunachal Pradesh had a large share of population engaged in cultivation and allied activities.

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Question #2

Which population measure is expressed as persons per square kilometer?

A. Birth rate

B. Population density

C. Sex ratio

D. Death rate

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Population density measures the number of persons living in each square kilometer of land area.

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Question #3

Migration refers to:

A. Natural increase in population

B. Increase in literacy

C. Movement of people from one place to another

D. Construction of houses

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Migration involves the movement of people across regions, states, or countries either permanently or temporarily.

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