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Explain three economic and two social and cultural factors influencing the distribution of population in the world.

Answer:

Factors influencing the distribution of population in the world are:

Economic Factors:

(i) Minerals: The regions which are rich in natural resources like coal, water, minerals and forest wealth favour the growth of population. These resources help in the development of trade, commerce and industry.

(ii) Urbanization: People move from villages to live in cities to get better employment opportunities, medical facilities and other amenities which results in the growth of the population of the cities.

(iii) Industrialization: Industrial areas provide job opportunities for the people as a result more and more people are attracted towards the industrial belt.

(iv) Agriculture: Rich and fertile soil always help in the growth and development of agricultural activities to support dense population.

Social and Cultural factors:

(i) People are attracted towards certain areas as they these areas have some Religious or cultural significance.

(ii) Social and political unrest results in the moment of people towards the areas where they can live peaceful life.

(iii) Government offer incentive to people to live in sparsely populated areas.