Identify the correct statements with respect to influence on the distribution of population.
(A) The mountainous and hilly areas hinder the development of transport network, hence sparse population is found.
(B) All major cities are located in fertile alluvial plain.
(C) Areas with comfortable climate attract more people.
(D) In Katanga Zambia copper belt, mining is the main reason for its high population density.
Choose the correct answer from the options given below:
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 2
The correct answer is Option (2) → (A), (C), and (D) only
(A) The mountainous and hilly areas hinder the development of transport network, hence sparse population is found. — Correct. Rough land makes it hard to build roads and to develop farming and industry, so few people live in mountains and hills.
(B) All major cities are located in fertile alluvial plain. — Incorrect. Fertile plains, such as the Ganga plains, are densely populated. But cities grow mainly because they offer jobs, education, medical facilities and better transport. The word ‘All’ makes this line false.
(C) Areas with comfortable climate attract more people. — Correct. Areas with a comfortable climate and not much seasonal change attract more people than very hot or very cold places.
(D) In Katanga Zambia copper belt, mining is the main reason for its high population density. — Correct. Mining creates jobs, so workers move to such areas and make them densely populated. The Katanga Zambia copper belt is the example of this.
NCERT (2026-27): “(ii) Landforms: People prefer living on flat plains and gentle slopes. This is because such areas are favourable for the production of crops and to build roads and industries. The mountainous and hilly areas hinder the development of transport network and hence initially do not favour agricultural and industrial development. So, these areas tend to be less populated. The Ganga plains are among the most densely populated areas of the world while the mountains zones in the Himalayas are scarcely populated.” “(iii) Climate: An extreme climate such as very hot or cold deserts are uncomfortable for human habitation. Areas with a comfortable climate, where there is not much seasonal variation attract more people.” “(i) Minerals: Areas with mineral deposits attract industries. Mining and industrial activities generate employment. So, skilled and semi–skilled workers move to these areas and make them densely populated. Katanga Zambia copper belt in Africa is one such good example.” |