Class 12 Sociology Chapter 3 The Demographic Structure Of Indian Society Quiz 3 (8 MCQs)

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1. A population pyramid looks like an upside-down triangle. This area has a large percentage of

Correct Answer: B) Dependents (55 + years).

2. Thomas Malthus argued that human population increases .....

Correct Answer: B) Geometrically.

3. The state with incredibly low child sex ratio is:

Correct Answer: B) Punjab.

4. A country enters stage 3 of the demographic transition when

Correct Answer: D) People decide to have considerably few children.

5. Which of the following terms is the scientific study of populations by examining trends including but not limited to birth rates and death rates?

Correct Answer: B) Demography.

6. Which of the following terms is defined by an illustration that depicts the distribution of a population by age and gender?

Correct Answer: C) Population pyramid.

7. The four ..... of ancient India are called varnas (or castes). People were considered members of the varna or caste into which they were born.

Correct Answer: B) Social classes.

8. According to census of 2011, which state has the highest per capita income?

Correct Answer: A) Maharashtra.