Question

Mention the Period of Population Explosion in India.

Answer 1

1. Description: This period witnessed rapid and unprecedented growth in population.
2. Causes:
   • Sharp decline in death rate due to improvements in healthcare, sanitation, and food supply
   • Birth rate remained high
   • Lack of awareness and access to family planning in the early stages
3. Significance: The population grew at an explosive rate, putting pressure on resources, infrastructure, and services. This led to the introduction of family planning programmes.