Question

State some effects of overpopulation on the quality of life. [3 MARKS]

Answer 1

Effects: 3 Marks

The quality of life is greatly affected by overpopulation. Most of the middle and lower class families are living in unhygienic and polluted environment. The people cannot provide good food and other facilities to their children in large families. Overpopulation has created the problem of unemployment due to which a number of crimes, such as murder, kidnapping, stealing, etc. are noticed every day. Hence, overpopulation has decreased the quality of life.