Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

India-People and Economy: Population-Distribution,Density, Growth and Composition

Question:

Identify the challenges in society with regard to adolescent populations

(A) Illiteracy particularly female illiteracy
(B) Low intake of nutrients
(C) Low maternal mortality rates
(D) Drug abuse and alcoholism

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

Options:

(A), (B) and (D) only

(A), (B) and (C) only

(A), (C) and (D) only

(B), (C) and (D) only

Correct Answer:

(A), (B) and (D) only

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (1) → (A), (B) and (D) only

A) Illiteracy particularly female illiteracy. Yes, this is a major challenge for adolescents in many societies.

(B) Low intake of nutrients. Yes, malnutrition and poor diet are common issues faced by adolescents.

(C) Low maternal mortality rates. No, low maternal mortality is actually a positive indicator, not a challenge.

(D) Drug abuse and alcoholism. Yes, these are serious social challenges among adolescent populations.