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Factors Influencing the Growth of Rural Population in India

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Which of the following is NOT a factor influencing the growth of rural population in India?

  1. High birth rate

  2. Low death rate

  3. Migration from urban to rural areas

  4. Lack of employment opportunities in rural areas


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Lack of employment opportunities in rural areas is a factor that contributes to the migration of people from rural to urban areas, leading to a decline in rural population growth.

Which of the following is a major cause of high birth rate in rural India?

  1. Early marriage

  2. Lack of access to family planning services

  3. Low literacy rate

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Early marriage, lack of access to family planning services, and low literacy rate are all factors that contribute to the high birth rate in rural India.

How does low death rate contribute to the growth of rural population in India?

  1. It leads to an increase in the number of people surviving to adulthood.

  2. It reduces the number of people dying from preventable diseases.

  3. It improves the overall health and well-being of the population.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Low death rate contributes to the growth of rural population in India by leading to an increase in the number of people surviving to adulthood, reducing the number of people dying from preventable diseases, and improving the overall health and well-being of the population.

What is the impact of migration from urban to rural areas on rural population growth?

  1. It leads to an increase in rural population.

  2. It helps to reduce the pressure on urban infrastructure.

  3. It contributes to the transfer of skills and knowledge from urban to rural areas.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Migration from urban to rural areas leads to an increase in rural population, helps to reduce the pressure on urban infrastructure, and contributes to the transfer of skills and knowledge from urban to rural areas.

Which of the following government policies has been effective in promoting rural population growth in India?

  1. National Rural Employment Guarantee Scheme (NREGS)

  2. Pradhan Mantri Gram Sadak Yojana (PMGSY)

  3. Deendayal Upadhyaya Gram Jyoti Yojana (DDUGJY)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

NREGS, PMGSY, and DDUGJY are all government policies that have been effective in promoting rural population growth in India by providing employment opportunities, improving infrastructure, and ensuring access to basic services in rural areas.

How does the availability of social amenities in rural areas influence population growth?

  1. It attracts people to settle in rural areas.

  2. It improves the quality of life in rural areas.

  3. It reduces the migration of people from rural to urban areas.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The availability of social amenities in rural areas attracts people to settle in rural areas, improves the quality of life in rural areas, and reduces the migration of people from rural to urban areas, all of which contribute to population growth.

What is the role of education in influencing rural population growth?

  1. It empowers women and enables them to make informed decisions about family planning.

  2. It improves the health and well-being of the population.

  3. It leads to a decline in infant mortality rate.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Education empowers women and enables them to make informed decisions about family planning, improves the health and well-being of the population, and leads to a decline in infant mortality rate, all of which contribute to population growth.

How does the availability of healthcare services in rural areas affect population growth?

  1. It reduces the death rate.

  2. It improves the overall health and well-being of the population.

  3. It leads to a decline in infant mortality rate.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The availability of healthcare services in rural areas reduces the death rate, improves the overall health and well-being of the population, and leads to a decline in infant mortality rate, all of which contribute to population growth.

Which of the following is NOT a challenge faced by rural areas in India?

  1. Lack of access to education and healthcare services

  2. Poor infrastructure

  3. Migration of people to urban areas

  4. High levels of poverty and unemployment


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Migration of people to urban areas is a challenge faced by urban areas, not rural areas.

What is the impact of poverty and unemployment on rural population growth?

  1. It leads to high birth rates.

  2. It contributes to the migration of people from rural to urban areas.

  3. It increases the risk of malnutrition and disease.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Poverty and unemployment lead to high birth rates, contribute to the migration of people from rural to urban areas, and increase the risk of malnutrition and disease, all of which have a negative impact on rural population growth.

How can the government address the challenges faced by rural areas and promote sustainable rural population growth?

  1. By investing in rural infrastructure and social amenities.

  2. By providing employment opportunities in rural areas.

  3. By improving access to education and healthcare services.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The government can address the challenges faced by rural areas and promote sustainable rural population growth by investing in rural infrastructure and social amenities, providing employment opportunities in rural areas, and improving access to education and healthcare services.

What is the significance of rural population growth in India?

  1. It contributes to the overall economic growth of the country.

  2. It helps to maintain the cultural and traditional values of the country.

  3. It ensures food security for the growing population.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rural population growth in India contributes to the overall economic growth of the country, helps to maintain the cultural and traditional values of the country, and ensures food security for the growing population.

How does rural population growth impact the environment?

  1. It leads to deforestation and loss of biodiversity.

  2. It increases the demand for natural resources.

  3. It contributes to pollution and environmental degradation.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rural population growth leads to deforestation and loss of biodiversity, increases the demand for natural resources, and contributes to pollution and environmental degradation.

What are some of the sustainable practices that can be adopted to promote rural population growth while minimizing the negative impact on the environment?

  1. Promoting agroforestry and sustainable agriculture practices.

  2. Developing eco-friendly industries in rural areas.

  3. Encouraging the use of renewable energy sources.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Promoting agroforestry and sustainable agriculture practices, developing eco-friendly industries in rural areas, and encouraging the use of renewable energy sources are all sustainable practices that can be adopted to promote rural population growth while minimizing the negative impact on the environment.

What is the role of technology in promoting sustainable rural population growth?

  1. It can be used to improve agricultural productivity.

  2. It can facilitate access to information and services in rural areas.

  3. It can help to connect rural communities with urban markets.

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Technology can be used to improve agricultural productivity, facilitate access to information and services in rural areas, and help to connect rural communities with urban markets, all of which contribute to sustainable rural population growth.

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