Question

Which of the following are the reasons for population explosion?
(i) Increased health facilities
(ii) Rapid increase in MMR
(iii) Rapid increase in IMR
(iv) Rapid decrease in MMR
(v) Decrease in number of people reaching reproducible age

• A. (i) and (iv)
• B. (i) and (v)
• C. (ii) and (iv)
• D. (iii) and (v)

Answer 1

The correct option is A (i) and (iv)

Increased health facilities and rapid decrease in maternal mortality rate are among the various reasons for population explosion.