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Distinguish between population growth and population change. - Contemporary India

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Distinguish between population growth and population change.

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Population GrowthPopulation Change
It refers specifically to the increase in the number of inhabitants of a territory during a specific period of time.It is a broader term that refers to the overall change (increase, decrease, or stability) in the population size and composition.
It is mainly calculated by subtracting the population of an earlier date from that of a later date.It is determined by the interplay of three main factors: Birth rate, Death rate, and Migration.
It focuses on the change in the total count of people.It includes changes in the composition of the population, such as age structure, sex ratio, and literacy levels.

 

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Chapter Info

Subject: Contemporary India
Class: class 9
Chapter 6: Population
Medium: English Medium