Practicing Success

Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Sociology

Chapter

Indian Society: Demographic Structure of Indian Society

Question:

Which among the following constitutes preventive checks:
A. postponement of marriage
B. Celibacy

Options:

Only A

Only B

Both A and B

Neither A nor B

Correct Answer:

Both A and B

Explanation:

As per Malthus, Preventive checks are voluntary measures that individuals or societies take to limit population growth. In the context of the given options:

  • A. Postponement of marriage is a form of preventive check as it delays the start of childbearing, thereby reducing the number of births.
  • B. Celibacy is also a preventive check as it involves abstaining from marriage and sexual activity, leading to the prevention of childbirth
  • Therefore, both A and B are examples of preventive checks, and the correct option is "Both A and B."