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In India, a settlement is considered urban if it has a population of over ____ people.

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3,000
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5,000
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8,000
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10,000
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Solution

The correct option is B 5,000
In India, a settlement is considered urban if it has a population of over 5000. The density of population must be at least 400 people per sq km. Also, at least 75% of the population must be involved in non-agricultural activities for a settlement to be called urban.

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