Question

Push and pull factors are responsible for:
1. Migration
2. Slum area
3. Air pollution
4. None of the above

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Migration

The correct answer is Migration.

• The change of place of residence for a long period of time is known as migration.
• The migration of people is related to changes in the social, political, and economic environment in the region of origin or the receiving region.
• The push and pull factors operate together for a person to migrate.
  • The push factors make the place of origin less attractive and compel a person to migrate because of unemployment, poverty, violence, political strife, etc.
  • The pull factors make the place of destination seem more attractive such as better living conditions, educational and cultural development, regular work, high wages, etc.
  • Adults are more likely to migrate than any other age group.
  • Rural to urban migration is by far the major portion of migration. It is because of growing urbanization.
  • The migration affects the overall population of the region.