Population Distribution in the Deccan Plateau

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Which state in the Deccan Plateau has the highest population density?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Karnataka

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Telangana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharashtra has the highest population density in the Deccan Plateau region, with over 300 people per square kilometer.

What is the main factor influencing the population distribution in the Deccan Plateau?

  1. Climate

  2. Water availability

  3. Soil fertility

  4. Mineral resources


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Water availability is the main factor influencing the population distribution in the Deccan Plateau. Areas with more water resources tend to have higher population densities.

Which region in the Deccan Plateau is known for its high concentration of tribal population?

  1. Chhattisgarh

  2. Odisha

  3. Jharkhand

  4. Andhra Pradesh


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Chhattisgarh is known for its high concentration of tribal population, with over 30% of its population belonging to various tribal groups.

Which city in the Deccan Plateau is the largest in terms of population?

  1. Hyderabad

  2. Bangalore

  3. Pune

  4. Chennai


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Hyderabad is the largest city in the Deccan Plateau, with a population of over 6.8 million people.

What is the average population density in the Deccan Plateau region?

  1. 200 people per square kilometer

  2. 300 people per square kilometer

  3. 400 people per square kilometer

  4. 500 people per square kilometer


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

The average population density in the Deccan Plateau region is around 200 people per square kilometer.

Which state in the Deccan Plateau has the lowest population density?

  1. Karnataka

  2. Andhra Pradesh

  3. Telangana

  4. Odisha


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Odisha has the lowest population density in the Deccan Plateau region, with less than 200 people per square kilometer.

What is the main occupation of the people living in the Deccan Plateau region?

  1. Agriculture

  2. Industry

  3. Services

  4. Mining


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Agriculture is the main occupation of the people living in the Deccan Plateau region, with over 60% of the population engaged in farming activities.

Which region in the Deccan Plateau is known for its high concentration of urban population?

  1. Mumbai Metropolitan Region

  2. Bangalore Metropolitan Region

  3. Hyderabad Metropolitan Region

  4. Chennai Metropolitan Region


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai Metropolitan Region is known for its high concentration of urban population, with over 20 million people living in the region.

What is the main challenge faced by the population in the Deccan Plateau region?

  1. Water scarcity

  2. Soil erosion

  3. Deforestation

  4. Pollution


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Water scarcity is the main challenge faced by the population in the Deccan Plateau region, especially during the summer months.

Which state in the Deccan Plateau has the highest literacy rate?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Karnataka

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Telangana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharashtra has the highest literacy rate in the Deccan Plateau region, with over 80% of its population being literate.

What is the main factor contributing to the migration of people from the Deccan Plateau region?

  1. Lack of employment opportunities

  2. Poor infrastructure

  3. Natural disasters

  4. Political instability


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Lack of employment opportunities is the main factor contributing to the migration of people from the Deccan Plateau region.

Which state in the Deccan Plateau has the highest sex ratio?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Karnataka

  3. Andhra Pradesh

  4. Telangana


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharashtra has the highest sex ratio in the Deccan Plateau region, with over 950 females per 1000 males.

What is the main factor influencing the population growth rate in the Deccan Plateau region?

  1. Birth rate

  2. Death rate

  3. Migration

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

All of the above factors influence the population growth rate in the Deccan Plateau region.

Which region in the Deccan Plateau is known for its high concentration of rural population?

  1. Marathwada

  2. Telangana

  3. Rayalaseema

  4. Bundelkhand


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Bundelkhand is known for its high concentration of rural population, with over 80% of its population living in rural areas.

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