The push factor of migration of population is __________.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 3
The correct answer is Option (3) → Natural Disasters
Push factors are problems at the place of origin that push people out. Pull factors are attractions at the place of destination that draw people in.
Option (1) Better living conditions — Incorrect. Better living conditions attract people to a new place. This is a pull factor.
Option (2) Better job opportunities — Incorrect. People move to places where they can find work. This is a pull factor.
Option (3) Natural Disasters — Correct. A natural disaster makes the home area unsafe, so people leave it. This is a push factor.
Option (4) Peace and stability — Incorrect. A peaceful and stable place draws people in. This is a pull factor.
Note: A similar question was also asked in CUET (UG) 2023 on 05-06-2023 (Slot 1).
NCERT (2026-27): “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.” |