India & Global Development : Population Flashcards
1
Q
What does the population pyramid look like in the 1990’s?
A
wide base, narrow top
2
Q
What does the population pyramid look like in 2010?
A
base becomes narrower
3
Q
What is the population pyramid predicted to look like in 2030?
A
wide middle, narrower base and top
4
Q
What does the population pyramid in the 1990’s tell you about the population?
A
- youthful population because of lack of contraception
- tradition to have large family
- elderly vulnerable to disease because health not developed
5
Q
What does the population pyramid in 2010 tell you about the population?
A
- less infant deaths so no need for more children
- small dependancy ratio
6
Q
What does the predicted population pyramid in 2030 tell you about the population?
A
- large working population
- lower birth rate
- low death rate
