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Which country has the largest population?
Answer
India
India surpassed China as the world's most populous country in 2023, with an estimated population exceeding 1.4 billion as of 2024. This historic milestone marks a significant demographic shift after centuries of China holding the top position. India's younger population structure and ongoing population growth, combined with China's declining population due to its former one-child policy and aging demographics, created the conditions for this reversal.
💡 Did you know?
India's population reached 1.4 billion roughly 35 years after reaching 700 million, while China's took 45 years for the same increase.
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- United States
- China
- Indonesia
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