UPPSC 2021 GS-I Indian Geography
Question

Which one of the following is known as acceleration stage in the urbanization curve?

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: Second Stage

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “Second Stage”.

The urbanization process can be divided into four stages: initial stage, acceleration stage, deceleration stage, and terminal stage.

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