NCERT Class 12 Geography — Chapter 3: Population : Distribution, Density, Growth and Composition

According to the Census of India, a 'Main Worker' is defined as a person who works for at least:

The growth rate of population is low, even recording a negative growth rate during 1911-1921. Which phase of population growth does this statement describe?

In India's demographic history, which period is characterised as the 'period of steady population growth' due to improvements in health and sanitation?

With reference to the composition of the working population, which sector has the highest percentage of female workers?

With reference to the phases of population growth in India, consider the following statements: 1. The period from 1901 to 1921 is referred to as the period of population explosion. 2. The decades 1921-1951 are known as the period of steady population growth. 3. During the post-1981 period, the growth rate has started slowing down gradually despite the population remaining high. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?