Indian Economic Development: Indian Economy on the Eve of Independence · Class 12 · CBSE · Commerce Economics
Which combination best describes the demographic condition of India on the eve of independence?
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Which combination best describes the demographic condition of India on the eve of independence?
- A.High birth rate, high death rate, low literacy and low life expectancyCorrect answer
- B.Low birth rate, low death rate, high literacy and high life expectancy
- C.High birth rate, low death rate, high literacy and high life expectancy
- D.Low birth rate, high death rate, low literacy and high life expectancy
Solution
India had a high birth rate and a high death rate, along with very low literacy and low life expectancy. These conditions reflected poor healthcare, widespread poverty and inadequate public services.
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