Thursday 23 September 2010

Why do you think people are moving away from rural areas towards urban areas?


There are a number of reasons for the migration of people from rural areas to urban areas. These
include employment opportunities, educational facilities, lifestyle preferences, better medical
care, social and personal life opportunities, etc. Any one or a combination of these factors may
cause migration. Most of the rural areas around the world are dependent on agriculture and may
not provide adequate employment opportunities for everyone in the family (depending on the size
of the land). Urban areas, on the other hand, have more employment opportunities in various
sectors (such as manufacturing, services, etc.). Urban areas also typically boast better
educational and medical care facilities. People may find the former to be more attractive for
their offspring, while the latter may...

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