Question

Which of the following states has suffered a dilution of the tribal share of population due to industrialization?

• A. Jharkhand
• B. Tamil Nadu
• C. Madhya Pradesh
• D. Himachal Pradesh

Answer 1

The Correct Option is A

Sociological impacts of industrialization have led to a dilution of the tribal population share in Jharkhand, primarily due to extensive industrial activities.

Jharkhand's rich mineral resources have spurred significant industrial development. The migration of non-tribal populations for industrial and economic opportunities has shifted the demographic balance, reducing the proportion of tribal communities within the total population.

This demographic shift is a result of:

• Migration of non-tribal groups seeking employment and economic prospects in mining and industry.
• Urbanization, with the development of urban centers and infrastructure drawing diverse populations.
• Economic transformation from a predominantly tribal economy to a mixed economy dominated by industrial capitalism.

These factors have collectively reduced the tribal demographic representation in the state.