Rural – Urban Migration - SS1 Economics Past Questions and Answers - page 1
What is rural-urban migration?
Movement of people from urban areas to rural areas
Movement of people from rural areas to urban areas
Movement of people within urban areas
Movement of people within rural areas
Why do people migrate from rural areas to urban areas?
To have better job opportunities
To enjoy a peaceful life
To have a large family
All of the above
What are the challenges of rural-urban migration?
Overcrowding in urban areas
Increased competition for jobs
Overburdened public services and infrastructure
All of the above
What are the benefits of rural-urban migration?
Better job opportunities
Access to modern amenities
Access to education and healthcare
All of the above
What are the consequences of rural-urban migration?
Increased pollution
Increased crime rate
Increased standard of living
a and b
What are some reasons why people migrate from rural areas to urban areas?
Some reasons why people migrate from rural areas to urban areas are the availability of better job opportunities, higher wages, better living conditions, access to education and healthcare, and access to modern amenities such as electricity, clean water, and sanitation facilities.
What are some of the challenges of rural-urban migration?
This migration also leads to various challenges, such as overcrowding in urban areas, overburdened public services, and infrastructure, pollution, and increased competition for jobs.