pyq/2019/geography-optional-i/5

Answer the following in about 150 words each :

(a) “A language originates at a particular place and diffuses to other locations through the migration of its speakers.” Examine this statement in the context of language hot spots and endangered language hot spots. (10 marks, about 150 words)

(b) Define stunting and wasting. Why are these more prevalent among children in developing countries? (10 marks, about 150 words)

(c) Explain the relationship between net reproductive rate (NRR) and true replacement level of population. (10 marks, about 150 words)

(d) What are natural regions? How are they different from planning regions? (10 marks, about 150 words)

(e) Discuss the genetic classification of boundaries suggested by Hartshorne. (10 marks, about 150 words)