Density of Rural Population in India

Description: This quiz is designed to assess your understanding of the density of rural population in India. It covers various aspects of rural population density, including its distribution, factors affecting it, and its implications.
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What is the average density of rural population in India?

  1. 382 persons per square kilometer

  2. 273 persons per square kilometer

  3. 170 persons per square kilometer

  4. 117 persons per square kilometer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

According to the 2011 census, the average density of rural population in India was 273 persons per square kilometer.

Which state in India has the highest density of rural population?

  1. Bihar

  2. Uttar Pradesh

  3. West Bengal

  4. Kerala


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bihar has the highest density of rural population in India, with 1106 persons per square kilometer.

Which state in India has the lowest density of rural population?

  1. Arunachal Pradesh

  2. Mizoram

  3. Sikkim

  4. Nagaland


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Arunachal Pradesh has the lowest density of rural population in India, with 17 persons per square kilometer.

What are the major factors affecting the density of rural population in India?

  1. Physical features

  2. Climate

  3. Soil conditions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The density of rural population in India is influenced by a combination of physical features, climate, and soil conditions.

How does the density of rural population vary with altitude?

  1. It increases with altitude

  2. It decreases with altitude

  3. It remains constant with altitude

  4. It varies irregularly with altitude


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The density of rural population in India generally decreases with altitude.

What are the implications of high density of rural population?

  1. Increased pressure on land resources

  2. Environmental degradation

  3. Social and economic problems

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

High density of rural population can lead to increased pressure on land resources, environmental degradation, and social and economic problems.

What are the implications of low density of rural population?

  1. Underutilized land resources

  2. Lack of basic amenities

  3. Limited economic opportunities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Low density of rural population can lead to underutilized land resources, lack of basic amenities, and limited economic opportunities.

What are some of the government policies aimed at addressing the issue of rural population density?

  1. Land reforms

  2. Rural development programs

  3. Population control measures

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The government has implemented various policies such as land reforms, rural development programs, and population control measures to address the issue of rural population density.

What are some of the challenges in managing rural population density in India?

  1. Rapid urbanization

  2. Climate change

  3. Economic disparities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Rapid urbanization, climate change, and economic disparities are some of the challenges in managing rural population density in India.

What are some of the potential solutions to address the challenges of rural population density in India?

  1. Promoting rural development

  2. Improving agricultural productivity

  3. Creating non-farm employment opportunities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Promoting rural development, improving agricultural productivity, and creating non-farm employment opportunities are some of the potential solutions to address the challenges of rural population density in India.

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