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Download Solution PDFWhich of the following period is referred as the period of population explosion in India?
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is 1951 - 1981.Key Points
- The period of population explosion in India is referred to as 1951-1981.
- During this period, India's population grew at an unprecedented rate, increasing from around 361 million in 1951 to over 846 million in 1981.
- This period was marked by several factors, including improvements in healthcare and sanitation, increased agricultural productivity, and a decline in infant mortality rates.
- The population explosion had several social and economic consequences, including increased pressure on resources, urbanization, and poverty.
Additional Information
- 1901-1921 was a period of relatively slow population growth in India, with the population increasing from around 238 million to 251 million.
- 1921-1951 was a period of moderate population growth, with the population increasing from around 251 million to 361 million.
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