Which of the following statements about the factors influencing distribution of population are correct?

(A) Availability of minerals and mining activities lead to population attraction
(B) Urbanisation and job opportunities lead to higher population density
(C) Industrialisation leads to job opportunities as well as subsidiary activities
(D) Mountainous regions are heavily populated due to tourists visit and subsidiary activities

Choose the correct answer from the options given below:

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

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

(A) Availability of minerals and mining activities lead to population attraction – Correct. People settle in areas rich in minerals due to employment opportunities in mining and related industries.

(B) Urbanisation and job opportunities lead to higher population density – Correct. Urban areas attract people due to better employment, education, and living facilities, leading to high population density.

(C) Industrialisation leads to job opportunities as well as subsidiary activities – Correct. Industrial areas offer direct employment and promote supporting services like housing, transport, and retail.

(D) Mountainous regions are heavily populated due to tourists visit and subsidiary activities – Incorrect. Mountainous regions are generally sparsely populated due to difficult terrain and limited agricultural and industrial activities. Tourism may support some local population, but it doesn't make such regions heavily populated.