From the given data, Compare and analyse Annual growth of Population and Urbanisation of China and Pakistan, with valid reasons :
Demographic Indicators, 2017-18
| Country | Estimated Population (in million) | Annual Growth of Population |
Population Density (per sq. km) | Sex Ratio | Fertility Rate |
Urbanisation |
| India | 1352 | 1.03 | 455 | 924 | 2.2 | 34 |
| China | 1393 | 0.46 | 148 | 949 | 1.7 | 59 |
| Pakistan | 212 | 2.05 | 275 | 943 | 3.6 | 37 |
Ans. Annual Growth of Population:
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China: 0.46%
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Pakistan: 2.05%
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China’s lower growth rate is due to factors such as the one-child policy, improved healthcare, and urbanization trends.
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Pakistan’s higher growth rate is attributed to factors like higher fertility rates and cultural preferences for larger families.
Urbanization:
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China: 59%
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Pakistan: 37%
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China’s higher urbanization is driven by industrialization, economic growth, and government policies.
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Pakistan’s lower urbanization rate is due to challenges in urban infrastructure, slower economic growth, and migration patterns.
