Consider the following countries : 1. Italy 2. Japan 3. Nigeria 4. South Korea 5. South Africa Which of the above countries are frequently mentioned in the media for their low birth rates, or ageing population or declining population ?
A
1, 2 and 4
Correct answer
B
1, 3 and 5
C
2 and 4 only
D
3 and 5 only
Explanation
Italy, Japan and South Korea are frequently in the news for very low birth rates and ageing, shrinking populations; South Korea's fertility rate, below 0.8, is the lowest in the world. Nigeria and South Africa have young, growing populations. So 1, 2 and 4.
Indian & Human Geography