Which of the following is a pull factor for migrants?
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Better Job Opportunities.
A push factor is a problem at home that pushes people out of the place of origin. A pull factor is an attraction that pulls people towards the place of destination.
Option (1) Poor living Conditions. — Incorrect. A push factor. Bad housing, water or health services at home make people want to leave.
Option (2) Unemployment. — Incorrect. A push factor. When there is no work at home, people leave to look for jobs elsewhere.
Option (3) Better Job Opportunities. — Correct. A pull factor. Better jobs make the new place more attractive than the place of origin.
Option (4) Natural Disasters. — Incorrect. A push factor. Floods, droughts and earthquakes drive people away from their homes.
Note: A similar question was also asked in CUET (UG) 2026 on 23-05-2026 (Slot 2), and in CUET (UG) 2023 on 25-05-2023 (Slot 2).
NCERT (2026-27): “People migrate for a better economic and social life. There are two sets of factors that influence migration.” “The Push factors make the place of origin seem less attractive for reasons like unemployment, poor living conditions, political turmoil, unpleasant climate, natural disasters, epidemics and socio-economic backwardness.” “The Pull factors make the place of destination seem more attractive than the place of origin for reasons like better job opportunities and living conditions, peace and stability, security of life and property and pleasant climate.” |