Which of the following periods is referred to as a period of stagnant or stationary phase of growth of India's population?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 1901 - 1921
- The period of stagnant or stationary phase of growth of India's population is generally associated with the pre-1921 period. During this time, the population growth rate in India was relatively slow, and the population remained largely stable.
- This phase was characterized by factors such as high birth rates being offset by high mortality rates, resulting in limited population growth.
- However, after 1921, there was a noticeable increase in population growth, and India entered a phase of rapid demographic expansion.