What is overpopulation? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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What is overpopulation?

A. Population below carrying capacity

B. Population exceeding available resources

C. Balanced population growth

D. Population decline

Answer: Option B

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Overpopulation occurs when population size exceeds the available resources and carrying capacity of an area.

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What is census enumeration?

A. Population forecasting

B. Migration tracking

C. Urban planning only

D. Counting and recording population details

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Correct Answer: Option D

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Enumeration is the process of collecting and recording information from individuals during a census.

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What is the meaning of 'effective literacy rate'?

A. Literacy of population aged 7 and above

B. Literacy of total population

C. Literacy of males only

D. Literacy of children only

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Correct Answer: Option A

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Effective literacy rate considers population aged 7 years and above, excluding children below 7.

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Which city ranked second in population according to Census 2011?

A. Bengaluru

B. Delhi

C. Hyderabad

D. Chennai

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Correct Answer: Option B

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Delhi was the second most populous city after Mumbai.

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