Question

Mention two reason for the rapid increase of population in India.

Answer 1

1.Illiteracy and lack of awareness as far as the lower class is concerned. They think that having a bigger family would mean more working hands in the family. With many people living below the poverty line, increased inflation has made living unbearable for many people. So the only respite they find is having all members of the family indulge in trades or manual labour.

2.Lack of sex education in schools.

3. Poor access to contraceptives and early marriages resulting in early pregnancies, particularly in the rural areas.

4. Social ills like child marriage.

5. The traditional culture of having a big family is still considered good in India.