Distribution of Urban Population in India

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What is the percentage of urban population in India as per the 2011 census?

  1. 31.16%

  2. 34.48%

  3. 37.71%

  4. 40.76%


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

According to the 2011 census, the urban population in India was 31.16%.

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

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Tamil Nadu

  3. Gujarat

  4. Karnataka


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharashtra has the highest percentage of urban population in India, with 45.23% of its population living in urban areas.

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

  1. Bihar

  2. Jharkhand

  3. Chhattisgarh

  4. Odisha


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Bihar has the lowest percentage of urban population in India, with only 11.31% of its population living in urban areas.

Which city is the most populous city in India?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Delhi

  3. Kolkata

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai is the most populous city in India, with a population of over 12 million people.

Which city is the second most populous city in India?

  1. Delhi

  2. Kolkata

  3. Chennai

  4. Hyderabad


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Delhi is the second most populous city in India, with a population of over 11 million people.

Which city is the third most populous city in India?

  1. Kolkata

  2. Chennai

  3. Hyderabad

  4. Ahmedabad


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Kolkata is the third most populous city in India, with a population of over 4.5 million people.

Which city is the fourth most populous city in India?

  1. Chennai

  2. Hyderabad

  3. Ahmedabad

  4. Surat


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chennai is the fourth most populous city in India, with a population of over 4.3 million people.

Which city is the fifth most populous city in India?

  1. Hyderabad

  2. Ahmedabad

  3. Surat

  4. Pune


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hyderabad is the fifth most populous city in India, with a population of over 3.9 million people.

What is the average population density of urban areas in India?

  1. 3,800 people per square kilometer

  2. 4,200 people per square kilometer

  3. 4,600 people per square kilometer

  4. 5,000 people per square kilometer


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The average population density of urban areas in India is 4,200 people per square kilometer.

What is the total urban population of India?

  1. 377 million

  2. 407 million

  3. 437 million

  4. 467 million


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

The total urban population of India is 407 million.

What is the projected urban population of India in 2030?

  1. 500 million

  2. 550 million

  3. 600 million

  4. 650 million


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

The projected urban population of India in 2030 is 600 million.

What are the main factors that have contributed to the growth of urban population in India?

  1. Industrialization

  2. Migration

  3. Natural increase

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Industrialization, migration, and natural increase have all contributed to the growth of urban population in India.

What are the challenges faced by urban areas in India?

  1. Slums

  2. Pollution

  3. Traffic congestion

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Slums, pollution, and traffic congestion are all challenges faced by urban areas in India.

What are the government policies aimed at addressing the challenges faced by urban areas in India?

  1. Smart Cities Mission

  2. Atal Mission for Rejuvenation and Urban Transformation (AMRUT)

  3. Pradhan Mantri Awas Yojana (PMAY)

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Smart Cities Mission, AMRUT, and PMAY are all government policies aimed at addressing the challenges faced by urban areas in India.

What is the role of urban planning in addressing the challenges faced by urban areas in India?

  1. Promoting sustainable development

  2. Improving infrastructure

  3. Encouraging public participation

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Urban planning plays a crucial role in promoting sustainable development, improving infrastructure, and encouraging public participation in addressing the challenges faced by urban areas in India.

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