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Rural-Urban and Urban-Urban Migration

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Which of the following are pull factors for the majority of rural migrants to urban areas?
1. Better opportunities
2. Availability of regular work
3. Education.
4. Sources of entertainment

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1 and 2

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1 and 3

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1, 2 and 4

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All the above

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Solution

The correct option is D All the above
Rural to urban migration is one among the many types of migration. The main reason behind this type of migration is better employment opportunities in urban areas compared to rural areas, availability of regular work, good educational facilities and sources of entertainment.

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