Identify normative statements from the following :

(A) India has a high population

(B) India should keep a control on population growth rate

(C) High population hampers growth of any country

(D) India should have more equitable distribution

Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

(B) and (D) Only

The correct answer is option (2) : (B) and (D) Only

Normative statements express a value judgment, opinion, or a statement about what should bee. They are subjective and often contain words like "should, " "ought," or "better."

Let's analyze the statements:

• (A) India has a high population. (Positive statement)
• (B) India should keep control on population growth rate. (Normative statement)
• (C) High population hampers growth of any country. (Positive statement)
• (D) India should have more equitable distribution. (Normative statement)