UPSC CSE Prelims
Population Distribution Previous Year Questions (PYQs)
Practice solved questions for Population Distribution with detailed step-by-step solutions, key insights, and trend analysis for UPSC CSE PRELIMS.
Solved Previous Year Questions
Filter & practice questions topic-wise
Consider the following specific stages of demographic transition associated with economic development:
- Low birth rate with a low death rate
- High birth rate with a high death rate
- High birth rate with a low death rate
Select the correct order of the above stages using the codes given below:
Detailed Explanation:
Stage 1 (High birth rate with high death rate): Pre-industrial societies with poor healthcare, sanitation and nutrition; population remains stable due to high mortality offsetting high fertility.
Stage 2 (High birth rate with low death rate): Improved healthcare, sanitation and food supply reduce mortality while birth rates remain high; results in rapid population growth (demographic explosion).
Stage 3 (Low birth rate with low death rate): Industrialized economies with improved education, urbanization, contraception availability and changing social norms; birth rates decline leading to population stabilization.
Correct sequence of demographic transition: 2 → 3 → 1
🧐 Not Sure What to Study Next?
Get a personalised study plan based on your goals, time and revision needs.
Related Topics in Indian Geography
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Population Distribution in UPSC CSE PRELIMS