Question Q.8GS1GS1
The pace of demographic transition varies across different states of India making population growth a double-edged sword. Comment. (Answer in 150 words) 10 Marks
Main Body
Demographic Transition helps to change in patterns of population. Given the diversities in India, demographic transition is also varied posing a double edged sword.
Different pace of demographic transition
1Replacement level of 2.1 TFR reached easily in Southern State then in North (GFHS 5).
2Lower Mortality (Maternal) & Infant in South than in North (9/1000 in JL - Makind, 64/1000 in UP markedly).
3Higher Human development indicators in Southern region compared to Northern region.
[Note: This page appears to be a continuation but contains only partial/fragmentary notes and is not clearly transcribable as a coherent answer extension. The handwriting is less clear and appears to contain references to demographic statistics that are incomplete.]
116 words3 paragraphs
- Cites specific statistics and data
- Compares regional differences clearly
- References relevant parameters like TFR and mortality rates
- Identifies demographic transition as key concept
- Attempts to extend demographic analysis
Topper
Vishnu Sasikumar
AIR 312023
Subject & Paper
GS1GS1
Topic
Salient features of Indian Society, Diversity of India
Population and Associated Issues
Demographic transition and regional variations in India
Writing Stats
116
Total words
3
Paragraphs
analytical, data-driven
Tone