Exploring India's Population Growth Challenges

The video discusses global population growth, focusing on India's migration trends. It highlights the story of Ranjit Kumar Singh, who moved from a rural village to New Delhi for better opportunities. The challenges of migration, such as resource strain on cities and rural areas, are explored. The Indian government's response through the census and increased resource allocation is also covered. The video concludes with the prospects for migrants and the impact on their families.

Why did Ranjit move to New Delhi?

• To earn money and provide opportunities for his kids

• For a vacation

• For education

• To meet relatives

What is the estimated time before India surpasses China in population?

• 30 years

• 40 years

• 10 years

• 20 years

What was Ranjit Kumar Singh's profession before moving to New Delhi?

• Teacher

• Farmer

• Doctor

• Engineer

What is a major problem caused by migration according to Inna Singh?

• Decreased population

• Increased happiness in cities

• Burden on state resources

• Improved rural life

What is the main purpose of conducting a census in India?

• To decrease population

• To plan for the future

• To increase taxes

• To celebrate culture

What did the census reveal about India's population?

• 1.2 million

• 1.2 billion

• 2.1 billion

• 2.1 million

How is Ranjit helping his family back in the village?

• By visiting often

• By calling them

• By sending letters

• By sending money

What is Ranjit encouraging his relatives to do?

• Stay in the village

• Move to New Delhi

• Start farming

• Go on vacation

What factor will decide if Ranjit's sibling stays in New Delhi?

• The cost of living

• The city's ability to sustain population growth

• Availability of entertainment

• The weather

Who produced the report for the United Nations?

• Ranjit Kumar Singh

• Inna Singh

• Mary Ferrara

• Dr. C Chandramouli