Population Distribution and Influencing Factors

The video explores various human factors affecting population distribution, including agriculture, mining, transportation, urbanization, and government policies. It highlights how advancements in agriculture and mining attract populations due to increased employment opportunities. Transportation infrastructure, such as roads and canals, facilitates population concentration in accessible areas. Urbanization leads to better facilities and opportunities, drawing people to cities. Government policies can promote or depopulate areas, influencing population density.

How has modern agricultural technology influenced population distribution?

• By decreasing agricultural yields

• By making agriculture possible on any type of land

• By reducing the need for agricultural workers

• By limiting agricultural production to specific regions

Which of the following regions is known for its dense population due to mining activities?

• The Amazon Rainforest

• The Great Plains

• The Sahara Desert

• The Chota Nagpur Plateau

What is a key factor that makes areas with good transportation networks densely populated?

• High cost of living

• Ease of access and trade

• Lack of natural resources

• Limited employment opportunities

How has the construction of the Suez Canal affected population distribution?

• By isolating coastal areas

• By reducing trade opportunities

• By increasing population concentration in coastal areas

• By making land transport more popular

What is one of the main reasons urban areas offer better opportunities compared to rural areas?

• Higher agricultural output

• Lower cost of living

• Better employment and educational facilities

• More natural resources

Which city is given as an example of a continuous urban belt?

• Greater Mumbai

• New York

• Beijing

• London

How can government policies influence population distribution?

• By increasing natural disasters

• By reducing technological advancements

• By changing the climate

• By promoting or depopulating certain areas

What strategy did the Siberian government use to promote human settlement?

• Building new cities

• Reducing taxes

• Providing more job opportunities and incentives

• Offering free land

Why is the Japanese government offering incentives for people to leave Tokyo?

• To reduce the cost of living

• To decrease the population density in Tokyo

• To increase agricultural production

• To promote tourism

What are some factors that discourage inhabitation in certain areas?

• High employment rates

• Excellent transportation networks

• Adverse physical conditions and lack of opportunities

• Abundant natural resources