In which of the following states, the development of irrigation has resulted in a moderate to high concentration of population?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 4
The correct answer is Option (4) → Rajasthan
Canals brought water to the dry lands of Rajasthan. Farming spread, and areas that were once thinly populated now have more people.
Note: A similar question was also asked in CUET (UG) 2025 on 15-05-2025 (Slot 2).
NCERT (2026-27): “An uneven spatial distribution of population in India suggests a close relationship between population and physical, socio economic and historical factors. … However, development of irrigation (Rajasthan), availability of mineral and energy resources (Jharkhand) and development of transport network (Peninsular States) have resulted in moderate to high concentration of population in areas which were previously very thinly populated.” |