Outline
I. Introduction: facts and figures about population growth in Pakistan since its birth
II. Some major causes of population explosion in Pakistan a. Illiteracy and lack of information
b. Belief that religion disapproves of family planning and son preference
c. Belief that more children promise economic security
d. Early marriages e. Increase in life expectancy
III. Major effects of population explosion
a. Urbanisation and urban sprawl
b. Overcrowded cities in the grip of crimes
c. Poverty and burden on natural resources
d. Economic downturn
e. Inadequate educational facilities
f. Insufficient health facilities
IV. Some important solutions and suggestions
a. Incentivising small family size
b. Creating awareness about contraceptives
c. Overcoming resistance to family planning on religious grounds
d. Creating equality to fight son preference
e. Discouraging early marriages
V. Conclusion
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