This article provides an overview on Malthusian Theory of Population:- 1. Explanation to Malthusian Theory of Population 2. Criticisms of Malthusian Theory of Population 3. Applicability. Explanation to Malthusian Theory of Population: Malthus's theory of population is based on the following three postulates: 1. Food is essential for man's existence. 2. The passion between the sexes is essential and it [...]
After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Definitions of Optimum Theory of Population 2. Assumptions of Optimum Theory of Population 3. Explanation to the Theory 4. Superiority over the Malthusian Theory 5. Criticisms. Definitions of Optimum Theory of Population: The concept of optimum population has been defined differently by Robbins, Carr-Saunders and Dalton. Robbins defines it as "the [...]
After reading this article you will learn about:- 1. Introduction to Logistic Curve Theory 2. Assumptions of Logistic Curve Theory 3. Explanation 4. Criticisms 5. Conclusion. Introduction to Logistic Curve Theory: The foundation of logistic curve theory was laid by Quetlet in 1835. He said that the growth of population tends to slow down with the increase in density of [...]