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Geography

Population Size and Distribution

In Class 9 Geography, this topic introduces students to the size of India’s population and the ways it is distributed across regions. Students examine population density, differences between densely and sparsely populated areas, and the physical, economic, and social factors that influence settlement patterns. Using maps, data, and comparisons, they learn to interpret population distribution and understand why people are concentrated in some plains, river valleys, and urban areas while fewer live in mountains, deserts, and other difficult environments. It builds a foundation for studying population change and related geographical issues.

Medium · Level 3 · 25 questions

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01If a state has a large total population but also a very large area, what conclusion about population density is correct?

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02While studying population distribution, what is focused on the most?

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03Uneven distribution of population in India can be explained by which reason?

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04If an area has fertile soil, water and good transport, what effect can it have on population?

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05What can be the main reason for sparse population in difficult mountain areas?

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06Which is the correct difference between population size and population density?

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07Despite India's large population, why is crowding not equal in all regions?

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08If two states have equal population but one has smaller area, which will have higher density?

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09Which state is considered the most populous state of India?

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10Which is considered the least populous state of India?

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11Why was Bihar's population density considered very high in 2011?

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12What can be one major reason for low population density in Arunachal Pradesh?

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13What is the most common reason for higher population density in river valleys?

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14Why is population likely to be sparse in dry areas like the Thar?

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15What is an important reason for high population in plain areas?

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16What can be the role of industrial areas in population distribution?

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17How can the effect of transport facility on population distribution be understood?

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18If an area has more schools, hospitals and roads, what effect can it have on population distribution?

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19Why is Census considered important in population study?

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20Why is a ten-year Census interval useful?

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21In which situation will population density be considered high?

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22In which situation will population density be considered low?

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23If a district's population increases while its area remains the same, what will happen to density?

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24If an area's included land area increases but population remains the same, what will happen to density?

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25If a state has a large total population, which planning need may increase?

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