WBCS.LIVE practice question

Population explosion took place in India during:

Solve this multiple-choice question and check the correct answer with its explanation below.

Answer options

  1. 1921 — 1941
  2. 1901 — 1911
  3. 1971 — 1991
  4. 1961 — 1981

Correct answer and explanation

Correct answer: 1961 — 1981

Explanation: India witnessed a population explosion between 1961–1981 due to improved healthcare, decreased mortality, and high birth rates. Other Information: ▪️ Led to rapid urbanization and increased demand for resources. ▪️ Highlighted need for family planning programs and population control policies. ▪️ Caused pressure on food, water, and housing sectors. ▪️ Influenced socio-economic planning in Five-Year Plans. ▪️ Earlier periods (1901–1941) had slower population growth due to higher mortality.