★Introduction:
Population refers to the total population of a particular nation or geographical area. Without a population, no society or state can be formed. But the excess population becomes a serious threat to the society. In many countries of the world, population growth has become a national problem. Bangladesh is one of its finest examples. If you talk about some of the major problems in Bangladesh, the first thing you can say about population problems comes to mind. However, it is possible to control the population growth due to taking appropriate measures and implementation.
★World Population Situation:
According to the UN estimates, the present population of the world is about 7.165 billion or more than seven billion. The world population is increasing at a horrible rate Especially in the underdeveloped and developing countries, this is the highest rate. The world population is growing at 1.8% per year. In 1804, where the world's population was around 100 billion, there was a population increase of about seven times in the span of 100 years. Currently China has the largest population. About 136 million people live in China As a result of population growth, the new world is becoming increasingly new in the world.
★Natural causes of population growth:
In recent years, the problem of population growth has become very prominent in Bangladesh. Some natural reasons are widely responsible for population growth. The reasons are - the geographical location, the impact of climate and climate, decreasing mortality, increasing the average life expectancy, the effect of eating habits etc.
★Socio-economic reasons for population growth:
Despite the increase in the population due to natural causes, mainly the people of the country and their social system is responsible for this problem. Various customs and customs of society have become a cause of population growth. These are the reasons why the society of Bangladesh is suffering from population problems. The socio-economic factors of population growth in Bangladesh are:
- lack of proper education and ignorance.
Early marriage and polygamy
Impact of Poverty
Low living standard.
Religious blind faith and dogma.
Social prejudice
Negative views about birth control.
lack of women education
Lack of healthy relaxation.
The hope of getting the son.
A lack of awareness.
Financial and social insecurity.
★The problem of population growth:
The development of a country always depends on the number and distribution of its people. It is impossible to protect the economic balance of the country if the population is more than the resources of the country. As a result of population growth, stagnation in national life has come down. The whole state was struggling to meet the basic needs of the people. The problems and disadvantages that result from the increase in the population of Bangladesh -
Poverty and food shortage.
Problems with accommodation.
The number of landless people increased.
Reduce per capita income.
Unemployment rate increase.
Reduce the amount of agricultural land.
Inhibition of industrial development.
Increase the level of crime in society.
Foreign debt increases.
Depression of values.
Increasing foreign dependence.
Lack of treatment.
Difficulty in movement.
Expansion of health impairment, malnutrition and incurable disorders.
Famine and epidemic
Environmental pollution.
★Population Problems:
Despite being a country's main asset, the population is more damnable for the country. Since population growth has become a national problem in Bangladesh, some ways can be taken to remedy this problem. Those are:
Full implementation of population policies.
family planning
Extensive coverage of nationwide education
Extension of women's education.
Prevention of child marriage and polygamy.
Economic development.
Changes in social and religious perspectives
Balanced distribution of wealth and opportunities.
Increasing awareness.
Removal of superstition and ignorance.
★Government measures to increase population:
The government of Bangladesh has taken some important steps to overcome this problem due to the fear of population problems. The steps are being-
Population policy formulation.
Five-year plan formulation.
Taking a variety of programs for population training.
Family planning activities
Establishment of family welfare center
Education, information and research programs.
Intercontinental program management.
Conclusion:
The main problem of a developing country like Bangladesh is rapid population growth. There is no alternative to a complete implementation of population policy to establish such a state as self-reliant. If the people of Bangladesh can prevent the blast, the progress of national progress will be more dynamic. Therefore, it is absolutely necessary to take and implement coordinated steps at regional, social and state level to solve population problems.
