The graph illustrates the changes in population for India and China from 2000 to 2050, including future predictions.
In 2000, China had a significantly larger population of approximately 1.26 billion, while India had around 1 billion people. Over the years, India’s population has been steadily increasing, and it is expected to surpass China’s population by around 2030. Conversely, China’s population initially grew but has started to slow down and is projected to begin declining after 2030. By 2050, India’s population is anticipated to reach about 1.65 billion, making it the most populous country globally, whereas China’s population is expected to decrease to around 1.4 billion. The graph clearly indicates that India’s population will continue to grow throughout this period, while China’s population will peak and then gradually decline.
In conclusion, the graph emphasises a significant demographic shift where India overtakes China as the most populous nation due to ongoing growth, while China’s population experiences a slowdown and eventual decrease.
