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2 sourced facts about Asia — its people, geography and economy, each with the context behind the number. 4 more are in today's round and appear here after it closes.
The basics
In 2023, which country overtook China to become the world's most populous, at about 1.428 billion people?
AnswerIndia, 1.428 billion
The United Nations confirmed the milestone in 2023, ending China's long run as the world's most populous nation.
Source: United Nations World Population Dashboard (via Wikipedia) (2023) en.wikipedia.org
Expert level
About what is Asia's average population density?
Answerabout 100 people per km²
That continental average hides huge variation, from crowded Bangladesh to sparsely populated Mongolia.
Source: Wikipedia, Asia (2024) en.wikipedia.org
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