Indian Geography UPPSC 1994 GS-I
Question

Which of the following subjects deals with studies in population and vital statistics of human communities?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option C: Demography

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Demography”.

Demography is the study of human populations, including their size, structure, distribution, and changes over time. It involves the analysis of vital statistics like birth rates, death rates, and migration patterns.

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