Which of the following is an example of a pull factor of migration?

The correct answer is - Job opportunities

Key Points

• Job opportunities
  • A pull factor is an aspect or condition that attracts people to move to a new location.
  • Job opportunities are considered pull factors because they provide economic incentives for people to migrate.
  • Individuals move to areas with better employment prospects to improve their standard of living.

Additional Information

• Push factors
  • Conditions that drive people to leave their current location.
  • Examples include:
    • Religious persecution - Discrimination or hostility based on religious beliefs.
    • Natural disasters - Catastrophic events like earthquakes or floods that make living conditions unbearable.
    • Armed conflicts - Situations of violence and war that threaten personal safety.
• Other pull factors
  • Aspects that attract people to a new location.
    • Better living conditions - Availability of housing, healthcare, and education.
    • Political stability - A peaceful and stable government that ensures safety and rights.
    • Family reunification - Moving to join family members who have already migrated.