Question

Choose the criteria for a settlement to be classified as urban in India.

• A. At least 75% of the population must be involved in non-agricultural activities.
• B. At least 25% of the population should be involved in agriculture-related activities.
• C. Population density must be at least 400 people per sq km.
• D. Population must be over 50000.

Answer 1

Answer: (A), (C)

Population density must be at least 400 people per sq km.

In India, a settlement is considered urban if it has a population of over 5000. The density of the population must be at least 400 people per sq km. Also, at least 75% of the population must be involved in non-agricultural activities for a settlement to be called urban. Usually, administrative headquarters like municipalities, corporations, and military cantonments are all situated in urban areas.