Population Distribution in Eastern India

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Which state in Eastern India has the highest population density?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Bihar

  3. Odisha

  4. Jharkhand


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

West Bengal has the highest population density in Eastern India, with approximately 1,029 people per square kilometer.

Which state in Eastern India has the lowest population density?

  1. Sikkim

  2. Arunachal Pradesh

  3. Mizoram

  4. Nagaland


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Arunachal Pradesh has the lowest population density in Eastern India, with approximately 17 people per square kilometer.

What is the average population density of Eastern India?

  1. 382 people per square kilometer

  2. 450 people per square kilometer

  3. 520 people per square kilometer

  4. 600 people per square kilometer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The average population density of Eastern India is approximately 450 people per square kilometer.

Which of the following factors has significantly influenced the population distribution in Eastern India?

  1. Industrialization

  2. Agriculture

  3. Mineral Resources

  4. Transportation


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Agriculture has been a major factor influencing the population distribution in Eastern India, as many people rely on farming for their livelihood.

Which state in Eastern India has the highest percentage of urban population?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Bihar

  3. Odisha

  4. Jharkhand


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

West Bengal has the highest percentage of urban population in Eastern India, with approximately 55% of its population living in urban areas.

Which state in Eastern India has the lowest percentage of urban population?

  1. Sikkim

  2. Arunachal Pradesh

  3. Mizoram

  4. Nagaland


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Arunachal Pradesh has the lowest percentage of urban population in Eastern India, with approximately 20% of its population living in urban areas.

What is the major reason for the migration of people from rural to urban areas in Eastern India?

  1. Better job opportunities

  2. Improved education facilities

  3. Better healthcare facilities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

People migrate from rural to urban areas in Eastern India primarily for better job opportunities, improved education facilities, and better healthcare facilities.

Which state in Eastern India has the highest literacy rate?

  1. West Bengal

  2. Bihar

  3. Odisha

  4. Jharkhand


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

West Bengal has the highest literacy rate in Eastern India, with approximately 77% of its population being literate.

Which state in Eastern India has the lowest literacy rate?

  1. Sikkim

  2. Arunachal Pradesh

  3. Mizoram

  4. Nagaland


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Arunachal Pradesh has the lowest literacy rate in Eastern India, with approximately 60% of its population being literate.

What is the major challenge faced by the government in addressing the issue of uneven population distribution in Eastern India?

  1. Lack of infrastructure

  2. Lack of resources

  3. Lack of political will

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The government faces challenges such as lack of infrastructure, lack of resources, and lack of political will in addressing the issue of uneven population distribution in Eastern India.

Which of the following is a major factor contributing to the uneven population distribution in Eastern India?

  1. Geographical conditions

  2. Economic activities

  3. Historical factors

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Geographical conditions, economic activities, and historical factors all contribute to the uneven population distribution in Eastern India.

What is the impact of uneven population distribution on the development of Eastern India?

  1. Regional disparities

  2. Environmental degradation

  3. Social unrest

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Uneven population distribution can lead to regional disparities, environmental degradation, and social unrest.

Which of the following is a major initiative taken by the government to address the issue of uneven population distribution in Eastern India?

  1. National Population Policy

  2. National Urbanization Policy

  3. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The government has taken initiatives such as the National Population Policy, National Urbanization Policy, and Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana to address the issue of uneven population distribution in Eastern India.

What is the role of education in addressing the issue of uneven population distribution in Eastern India?

  1. 提高认识

  2. 技能发展

  3. 创造就业机会

  4. 所有以上


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

教育在提高认识、发展技能、创造就业机会等方面发挥着重要作用,从而有助于解决东部地区人口分布不均的问题。

Which of the following is a major challenge faced by the government in implementing policies to address the issue of uneven population distribution in Eastern India?

  1. Lack of coordination between different government agencies

  2. Lack of public awareness

  3. Lack of political will

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The government faces challenges such as lack of coordination between different government agencies, lack of public awareness, and lack of political will in implementing policies to address the issue of uneven population distribution in Eastern India.

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