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8. What Can be the Reasons That Make People Migrate?

People, generally are emotionally attached to their place of birth. But millions of people leave their places of birth and residence. It is important to know why some migrate while others do not. The important factors, therefore, which cause migration or which motivate people to move, may broadly be classified into four categories: economic factors, demographic factors, socio-cultural factors, and political factors.

 

8.1. Economic Factors & Demographic Factors8.2. Socio-Cultural & Political Factors