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Population Growth & Family Planning MCQs With Answer

What is the current estimated population of Pakistan in 2025?
A) 180 million
B) 220 million
C) 240 million
D) 300 million

Answer
C) 240 million

Which factor contributes most to rapid population growth in Pakistan?
A) High literacy rate
B) High birth rate
C) Low mortality rate
D) Economic stability

Answer
B) High birth rate

Which organization provides global population statistics?
A) IMF
B) WHO
C) UNFPA
D) WTO

Answer
C) UNFPA

Which method is commonly used in family planning?
A) Vaccination
B) Contraceptives
C) Antibiotics
D) Homeopathy

Answer
B) Contraceptives

Which province in Pakistan has the highest population?
A) Sindh
B) Punjab
C) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
D) Balochistan

Answer
B) Punjab

What is the biggest challenge caused by rapid population growth?
A) Increased labor force
B) Improved economic growth
C) Resource depletion
D) Enhanced productivity

Answer
C) Resource depletion

What is the major objective of family planning programs?
A) Promote economic instability
B) Reduce birth rates
C) Increase child mortality
D) Increase population growth

Answer
B) Reduce birth rates

Which country has successfully controlled its population growth through a one-child policy?
A) India
B) USA
C) China
D) Pakistan

Answer
C) China

Which of the following is NOT a birth control method?
A) Contraceptive pills
B) Intrauterine device (IUD)
C) Vaccination
D) Condoms

Answer
C) Vaccination

Which government body is responsible for population control in Pakistan?
A) Ministry of Defense
B) Population Welfare Department
C) Federal Bureau of Revenue
D) Election Commission of Pakistan

Answer
B) Population Welfare Department

What is the ideal total fertility rate (TFR) for sustainable population growth?
A) 1.5
B) 2.1
C) 3.5
D) 5.0

Answer
B) 2.1

What is the term for the number of children born per woman?
A) Mortality rate
B) Fertility rate
C) Birth index
D) Reproduction rate

Answer
B) Fertility rate

Which social factor contributes to high population growth in Pakistan?
A) Early marriages
B) High education levels
C) Low fertility rate
D) Industrialization

Answer
A) Early marriages

Which initiative is taken by the government to control population growth?
A) Ehsaas Program
B) Population Control Initiative
C) Family Planning Program
D) Youth Employment Scheme

Answer
C) Family Planning Program

Which of the following is a benefit of family planning?
A) Overcrowded cities
B) Improved maternal health
C) Higher unemployment rate
D) Increased poverty

Answer
B) Improved maternal health

What is a major cause of high birth rates in rural areas of Pakistan?
A) Better healthcare facilities
B) Low awareness of family planning
C) High literacy rate
D) Economic growth

Answer
B) Low awareness of family planning

Which of the following is a major issue due to population growth?
A) More resources
B) Higher literacy rate
C) Unemployment
D) Economic stability

Answer
C) Unemployment

Which international day is observed to raise awareness about population issues?
A) World Health Day
B) International Family Day
C) World Population Day
D) Earth Day

Answer
C) World Population Day

Which contraceptive method is permanent?
A) Condoms
B) Birth control pills
C) Sterilization
D) IUD

Answer
C) Sterilization

Which age group is most affected by high fertility rates?
A) 10-15 years
B) 15-49 years
C) 50-60 years
D) 60+ years

Answer
B) 15-49 years

Which country has the highest population in the world?
A) USA
B) Pakistan
C) China
D) India

Answer
D) India

What is a major consequence of overpopulation in urban areas?
A) Economic growth
B) Better living conditions
C) Increased pollution
D) More employment opportunities

Answer
C) Increased pollution

Which government policy can help reduce population growth?
A) Encouraging early marriages
B) Providing free education for girls
C) Increasing child labor
D) Reducing healthcare access

Answer
B) Providing free education for girls

Which region in Pakistan has the highest fertility rate?
A) Punjab
B) Sindh
C) Khyber Pakhtunkhwa
D) Balochistan

Answer
D) Balochistan

Which economic issue is linked to overpopulation?
A) Labor shortage
B) Inflation decrease
C) Food insecurity
D) Higher savings rate

Answer
C) Food insecurity

What is the main reason for resistance to family planning in Pakistan?
A) Economic reasons
B) Religious beliefs
C) Government policies
D) Urbanization

Answer
B) Religious beliefs

Which demographic factor is considered while making population policies?
A) Climate
B) Literacy rate
C) Death rate
D) All of the above

Answer
D) All of the above

What is one of the most effective ways to control population growth?
A) Encouraging migration
B) Promoting family planning
C) Reducing education facilities
D) Increasing mortality rate

Answer
B) Promoting family planning

Which UN agency focuses on reproductive health and family planning?
A) UNICEF
B) UNDP
C) UNFPA
D) WHO

Answer
C) UNFPA

Which economic challenge is directly linked to high population growth?
A) High productivity
B) Reduced poverty
C) Increased unemployment
D) Industrial growth

Answer
C) Increased unemployment

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