Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Geography

Chapter

Fundamentals of Human Geography: Population Composition

Question:

What is the main cause of ageing of population?

Options:

Increased birth rate

Sedentary lifestyle

Increased life expectancy

Migration

Correct Answer:

Increased life expectancy

Explanation:

The correct answer is Option (3) → Increased life expectancy

As people live longer due to improvements in healthcare, nutrition, and living standards, the proportion of older individuals in the population increases, leading to an aging demographic.