Population Distribution in Western India

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Which state in Western India has the highest population density?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Gujarat

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Goa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharashtra has the highest population density in Western India, with over 300 people per square kilometer.

Which city in Western India is the most populous?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Ahmedabad

  3. Surat

  4. Pune


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Mumbai is the most populous city in Western India, with over 18 million people.

What is the main factor responsible for the uneven distribution of population in Western India?

  1. Climate

  2. Topography

  3. Water availability

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The uneven distribution of population in Western India is influenced by a combination of factors, including climate, topography, and water availability.

Which region in Western India is known for its high concentration of tribal population?

  1. Konkan

  2. Kutch

  3. Saurashtra

  4. Vidarbha


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Kutch is known for its high concentration of tribal population, including the Rabari, Bharwad, and Maldhari communities.

Which state in Western India has the lowest population density?

  1. Gujarat

  2. Rajasthan

  3. Goa

  4. Maharashtra


Correct Option: B
Explanation:

Rajasthan has the lowest population density in Western India, with less than 100 people per square kilometer.

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

  1. Better job opportunities

  2. Better education facilities

  3. Better healthcare facilities

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

People migrate from rural to urban areas in Western India in search of better job opportunities, education facilities, healthcare facilities, and other amenities.

Which state in Western India has the highest literacy rate?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Gujarat

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Goa


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Goa has the highest literacy rate in Western India, with over 90% of the population being literate.

Which state in Western India has the lowest sex ratio?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Gujarat

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Goa


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Rajasthan has the lowest sex ratio in Western India, with less than 900 females for every 1000 males.

What is the main factor responsible for the growth of slums in Western India?

  1. Rapid urbanization

  2. Lack of affordable housing

  3. Migration from rural areas

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The growth of slums in Western India is a result of rapid urbanization, lack of affordable housing, and migration from rural areas.

Which city in Western India is known as the 'Silicon Valley of India'?

  1. Mumbai

  2. Ahmedabad

  3. Surat

  4. Pune


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

Pune is known as the 'Silicon Valley of India' due to its large concentration of IT and software companies.

Which state in Western India has the highest number of Scheduled Tribes?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Gujarat

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Goa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharashtra has the highest number of Scheduled Tribes in Western India, with over 10 million tribal people.

Which state in Western India has the highest number of Scheduled Castes?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Gujarat

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Goa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharashtra has the highest number of Scheduled Castes in Western India, with over 15 million people belonging to Scheduled Castes.

What is the main factor responsible for the high population growth rate in Western India?

  1. High birth rate

  2. Low death rate

  3. Migration from other regions

  4. All of the above


Correct Option: D
Explanation:

The high population growth rate in Western India is a result of a combination of factors, including high birth rate, low death rate, and migration from other regions.

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

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Gujarat

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Goa


Correct Option: A
Explanation:

Maharashtra has the highest percentage of urban population in Western India, with over 50% of the population living in urban areas.

Which state in Western India has the highest percentage of rural population?

  1. Maharashtra

  2. Gujarat

  3. Rajasthan

  4. Goa


Correct Option: C
Explanation:

Rajasthan has the highest percentage of rural population in Western India, with over 70% of the population living in rural areas.

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