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Download Solution PDFIndia is set to surpass ______ to become the world's most populous country by 2023, says a report by the United Nations.
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Download Solution PDFThe correct answer is China.Key Points
- China is currently the world's most populous country with a population of over 1.4 billion people.
- India is expected to surpass China's population by 2023, with a projected population of 1.4 billion people.
- This increase in population is due to a combination of factors, including a high birth rate and longer life expectancy.
- The increasing population in India could have significant impacts on issues such as food security, urbanization, and environmental sustainability.
- The other options mentioned in the question are also among the most populous countries in the world, but none of them are projected to surpass China's population in the near future.
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- The United States of America is currently the third most populous country in the world, with a population of over 330 million people.
- Indonesia is the fourth most populous country in the world, with a population of over 270 million people.
- Pakistan is the fifth most populous country in the world, with a population of over 220 million people.
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