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2025, Vol. 7, Issue 2, Part A


The political cost of overpopulation: Challenges in lawmaking and stability


Author(s): Rohindh S, Vasantha Mayurani M, Sandhiya S and Pragathish H

Abstract: Population growth, often viewed negatively due to concerns about resource depletion and environmental strain, also holds the potential for positive outcomes, especially when considering a younger demographic. This paper examines the intricate relationship between population explosion, ethnic diversity, migration patterns, and their collective impact on political stability and governance. The strain of rapid population growth manifests in various ways, including pressure on public services, resource scarcity, and political frameworks. These challenges can restrict individual rights, diminish the quality of public services, and provoke dissatisfaction, sometimes escalating into protests or political unrest.
Ethnic diversity and migration further complicate the policymaking process, influencing electoral dynamics and governance. Political leaders face heightened pressure to address the demands of a growing and diverse population, especially during election campaigns where connecting with various groups becomes essential for electoral success. Post-election challenges include adjustments to assembly seat reservations under Article 170, which stipulates 60 to 500 seats. With population growth, the delimitation process, based on census data, becomes critical for ensuring fair representation.
The study also explores how population pressures affect other key areas, including per capita income, food and living space availability, currency valuation, caste reservations, and migration for employment opportunities. These factors collectively shape a nation’s political, social, and economic fabric, influencing governance and the stability of political systems.
Using both qualitative and quantitative methods, the researcher collected primary data through random sampling of college students and secondary data from articles, newspapers, and journals. Methods included interviews and questionnaires to assess the broader implications of population growth on political processes and governance.
This research highlights the dual-edged nature of population explosion, balancing its potential for fostering a younger, dynamic workforce with the challenges it poses to policy formulation, electoral dynamics, and public service delivery. Ultimately, the findings aim to provide insights into how demographic changes, ethnic diversity, and migration impact political systems and governance in an increasingly competitive and complex global landscape.


DOI: 10.33545/27068919.2025.v7.i1c.1354

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Rohindh S, Vasantha Mayurani M, Sandhiya S, Pragathish H. The political cost of overpopulation: Challenges in lawmaking and stability. Int J Adv Acad Stud 2025;7(2):01-07. DOI: 10.33545/27068919.2025.v7.i1c.1354
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