Before ___________, India was in the first stage of demographic transition.

Correct option is D

The correct answer is (d) 1921.
· Before 1921, India was in the first stage of the demographic transition, characterized by high birth rates and high death rates, leading to a relatively stable population.
· The year 1921 is known as the "Year of the Great Divide" in India's demographic history, as after this year, the population began to grow rapidly due to a decline in the death rate while the birth rate remained high.
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Stages of Demographic Transition:
· Stage 1: High birth and death rates, resulting in slow population growth.
· Stage 2: Decline in death rates due to better healthcare and sanitation, leading to rapid population growth.
· Stage 3: Decline in birth rates, slowing down population growth.
· Stage 4: Both birth and death rates are low, leading to a stable population.