NCERT Solutions for Class 8 Social Science
Geography Chapter 4 Human Resources
Question 1(iii). Page No. 52
NCERT Academic Session 2023-2024
The world population has grown very rapidly. Why?
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The rapid growth of the world population stems from various causes:
– Reduced Death Rates: Advances in healthcare, sanitation, and medicine decrease mortality.
– Improved Living Standards: Better nutrition and healthcare lead to lower infant mortality and increased life expectancy.
– Technological Advancements: Innovations in agriculture and industry sustain larger populations.
– Urbanization: Migration to cities contributes to higher birth rates.
– Social and Cultural Factors: Norms and beliefs influence family sizes.
– Political Stability: Peaceful governance fosters economic development and population growth.