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Differentiate between ‘positive growth’ and ‘negative growth’ of population. How did science and technology help in the growth of population in the world? Explain.

The differences between ‘positive growth’ and ‘negative growth’ of population are as follows:

Science and technology helps in the growth of population in the world. The role it plays are as follows:


1. The steam engines were replaced by humans and also water and wind energy became mechanical. Because of this many developments took place in the production activities of agriculture and industries.


2. Medical facilities saw a major development with declining death rates and quick treatments for epidemics and other images.


3. The population growth rate which was continuously increasing was controlled by technological advancements which reduced birth rates in many areas.


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Study the following diagram carefully and answer the questions that follow:


(13.1) Name the railway route on which this steel plant is located.


(13.2) Mention the iron-ore mines which supply iron-ore to this steel plant.


(13.3) Name the thermal power station supplying power to this steel plant.


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Note : The following question is for the Visually Impaired Candidates only, in lieu of Q. No. 13

Explain any three features of ‘Bokaro Steel plant’.


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‘‘Mediterranean agriculture is highly specialised commercial agriculture in the world.’’ Support the statement.

OR


‘‘Dairy farming is the most advanced, efficient and capital intensive type of farming in the world.’’ Support the statement.


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Examine any five factors that influence the location of industries in the world.

OR


Examine any five characteristics of ‘Footloose Industries’ in the world.