Theory question 101
PopulationDescribe population distribution in India under the following headings: (a) Factors responsible (ii) Advantages (c) Problems
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(a) Dense population on the fertile alluvial plains of the Ganges and coastal deltas; monsoon rainfall supporting rice farming; early marriage and high birth rate; religion and culture favouring large families; industrial and commercial cities (Calcutta/Kolkata, Bombay/Mumbai); sparse population in the Thar Desert and the Himalayas and on parts of the Deccan.
(b) Large labour force; large market for goods; more revenue from taxes; strong defence (large army); export of manpower.
(c) Food shortage and hunger; unemployment; overcrowding and slums; pressure on schools, hospitals and housing; high crime rate; diseases; environmental degradation.
Explain why people concentrate in some areas and avoid others.