Part-II
Chapter 1: Population : Distribution, Density, Growth and Composition

Important Questions

1. Define the term Positive Growth of Population.

2. Define the term “population distribution. ’

3. How is density of population of a region calculated?

4. What is the main thrust of the National Youth Policy of Government of India, 2003?

5. Name the state of India with largest area.

Sample Questions

1. Name the union territory of India having lowest density of population as per 2011 census.

2. Name the state of India having the least share of population according to the Census 2011.

3. Mention any two causes of the negative growth rate of population in India during 1901-1921.

4. ‘The decadal and annual growth rates of population in India are both very high and steadily increasing over time.” Substantiate the statement.

5. What is density of population? Describe the spatial variation of population density in India.