🟢 Geography Optional – Prelims Level
Human Geography: Population, Migration & Urbanisation
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Q69. Which of the following factors most directly affects population density?
- A. Latitude
- B. Climate
- C. Relief
- D. All of the above
Correct Answer: D. All of the above
Explanation:
Population density is influenced by climate (habitability), relief (ease of settlement), and latitude (temperature variations).
Q70. Which stage of the Demographic Transition Model is characterised by high birth rate and declining death rate?
- A. Stage I
- B. Stage II
- C. Stage III
- D. Stage IV
Correct Answer: B. Stage II
Explanation:
Stage II shows rapid population growth due to improvements in healthcare and sanitation, while birth rates remain high.
Q71. Which of the following best explains rural-to-urban migration in India?
- A. Pull factor only
- B. Push factor only
- C. Combination of push and pull factors
- D. Natural increase of population
Correct Answer: C. Combination of push and pull factors
Explanation:
Lack of employment and low incomes push people from villages, while better jobs and facilities pull them towards cities.
Q72. Which of the following cities is classified as a “megacity”?
- A. Chennai
- B. Bengaluru
- C. Mumbai
- D. Hyderabad
Correct Answer: C. Mumbai
Explanation:
A megacity has a population of more than 10 million. Mumbai is India’s largest megacity.
Q73. Which one of the following is NOT a consequence of rapid urbanisation?
- A. Growth of slums
- B. Increased traffic congestion
- C. Improved rural employment
- D. Pressure on urban infrastructure
Correct Answer: C. Improved rural employment
Explanation:
Rapid urbanisation often creates urban challenges, while rural employment generally declines due to migration.
Q74. Which of the following indicators is used to measure human development?
- A. Gross Domestic Product
- B. Human Development Index
- C. Per capita income only
- D. Population density
Correct Answer: B. Human Development Index
Explanation:
HDI measures development using health, education and income indicators, not income alone.
Q75. Which of the following regions of India has the highest literacy rate?
- A. Bihar
- B. Rajasthan
- C. Kerala
- D. Uttar Pradesh
Correct Answer: C. Kerala
Explanation:
Kerala has the highest literacy rate in India due to sustained social and educational reforms.
UPSC Human Geography Tip:
Demographic Transition + Migration + Urbanisation
often appear together in prelims questions.
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