The graph illustrates the population trends of India and China from 2000 to the present, with projections extending to 2050. Both countries have experienced significant population growth over this period, although there are distinct differences in their trends.
In 2000, China’s population was higher than India’s, but China’s growth rate has slowed significantly since then. By contrast, India’s population has grown rapidly, and it is projected to surpass China’s around 2027. India’s population growth rate remains consistently high, while China’s growth is expected to plateau after 2020.
Looking ahead to 2050, India’s population is forecast to continue growing, potentially reaching over 1.7 billion, while China’s population is expected to stabilize or even decline slightly, staying around 1.4 billion.
In summary, while both India and China have large populations, India is experiencing faster growth, and this trend is set to continue, whereas China’s growth is slowing and expected to level off.