Which of the following years is called the Year of the Great Divide in the demographic history of In...........

General Studies (CGL) History

Which of the following years is called the Year of the Great Divide in the demographic history of India?

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SSC CGL 9th March 2020 Shift-1

1921

1931

1951

1911

- Option 1: 1921

- Correct Answer: Known as the Year of the Great Divide in India.

- It marks a shift from fluctuating growth rates to consistent population growth.

- Before 1921, India often experienced declines due to factors like famines and epidemics.

- Option 2: 1931

- Census post-Great Divide, showing growth trends.

- Doesn't signify a major demographic change like 1921.

- Option 3: 1951

- Marks the first census post-independence.

- Significant but not labeled as the Great Divide.

- Option 4: 1911

- Preceded the Great Divide.

- Population changes were still irregular due to various factors.

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