Question

Study the following statements I and ll and choose the correct option.

1. The decades 1951-1981 are referred to as the period of population explosion in India.
2. During this period a rapid fall in the mortality rate and high fertility rate in the country.

पर्याय

• Only I is correct.

• Only II is correct.

• I and II both are wrong.

• I and II both are correct, II correctly explain the I.

Answer 1

I and II both are correct, II correctly explain the I.

Explanation:

• Statement I: The period from 1951 to 1981 is referred to as the population explosion in India due to a rapid increase in population. This was driven by improved healthcare and living standards.
• Statement II: During this period, mortality rates fell significantly because of advancements in healthcare, but fertility rates remained high, leading to a population explosion.