Worksheet: Population: Distribution, Density, Growth and Composition | Geography Class 12 - Humanities/Arts PDF Download

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Q1: India's population density in 2011 was ______ individuals per square kilometer.

Q2: ______ and ______ are key physical factors influencing population distribution in India.

Q3: ______ refers to the total population divided by the net cultivated area.

Q4: India's National Youth Policy (NYP-2014) was launched in the year ______.

Q5: The linguistic survey of India conducted between 1903 and 1928 identified ______ languages and ______ dialects.

Q6: The National Policy for Skill Development and Entrepreneurship was formulated in the year ______.

Q7: ______ is the predominant religion in most Indian states.

Q8: The proportion of working population in India engaged in household industries is ______ percent.

Q9: The 'Beti Bachao – Beti Padhao' campaign aims to promote ______ sensitivity.

Q10: States like ______ have a higher proportion of agricultural laborers.

Assertion and Reason Based

Q1: Assertion: India's high population density can solely be attributed to urbanization.
Reason: Urban areas have the highest population density in India.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True, but Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

Q2: Assertion: The distribution of religious communities in India is uniform across all states.
Reason: Religious composition has a significant impact on the cultural aspects of Indian society.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True, but Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

Q3: Assertion: India's population growth rate has consistently decreased since 1901.
Reason: Increase in the mean age of marriage and improved quality of life have contributed to this trend.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True, but Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

Q4: Assertion: The rural-urban composition in India is solely influenced by the availability of jobs.
Reason: Better socio-economic conditions and migration from rural areas have contributed to urban population growth.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True, but Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

Q5: Assertion: Physiological density provides a comprehensive measure of human-land relationship.
Reason: It accounts for the total population divided by the net cultivated area.
(a) Both Assertion and Reason are True, and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
(b) Both Assertion and Reason are True, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
(c) Assertion is True, but Reason is False.
(d) Both Assertion and Reason are False.

Very Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: What is physiological density?

Q2: Name two factors influencing population distribution in India.

Q3: Which states have the highest population density?

Q4: Name two language families in India.

Q5: Which Indian state has a high proportion of cultivators?

Q6: What is the purpose of the National Youth Policy (NYP-2014)?

Q7: Which state has the lowest urban population in India?

Q8: Define induced population growth.

Q9: Name the states with a growth rate below 20 percent.

Q10: What is the objective of the 'Beti Bachao – Beti Padhao' campaign?

Short Answer Type Questions

Q1: Discuss the factors that influence the distribution of population in India.

Q2: Explain the four phases of population growth in India since 1901.

Q3: Describe the regional variation in population growth in India.

Q4: Discuss the significance of linguistic composition in the context of India's population.

Q5: Explain the distribution of religious communities in India and how it varies by state.

Q6: Define the categories of India's working population and provide the percentage of each category.

Q7: Briefly describe the 'Beti Bachao – Beti Padhao' campaign and its objectives.

Q8: Explain the spatial variation in the work participation rate in different sectors across Indian states.

Long Answer Type Questions

Q1: Describe the role of climate, terrain, and water availability in determining the distribution of population in India. Provide examples.

Q2: Discuss the factors that have contributed to the high population growth rate in India and how it has changed over the years.

Q3: Analyze the regional variation in population growth in India, considering the growth rates of different states and Union Territories. Provide reasons for the variations.

Q4: Explain the challenges and initiatives related to gender sensitivity in India, focusing on the 'Beti Bachao – Beti Padhao' campaign and the participation of women in different sectors of the economy.