The graph compares the populations of China and India from the year 2000 to the present, with projections extending until 2050.
Overall, both countries experienced rapid population growth during the first 20 years. However, China’s population is projected to decline starting in 2020, while India’s population continues to grow rapidly, reaching its peak of 1.6 billion inhabitants by 2050.
China’s population began at a significantly higher number than India’s, with around 250 million more people. Nevertheless, the growth rate for China’s population started to slow down in 2010, resulting in a flat trend followed by a decline until 2050. Consequently, China’s population is expected to peak at 1.45 billion inhabitants in 2030, at which point it will surpass India’s projections.
In contrast, India’s population in 2000 was much lower than China’s. However, it has experienced exponential growth. As a result, India’s population is set to catch up with China, increasing from 1 billion to 1.45 billion inhabitants over 30 years. Moreover, when China’s population reaches its peak, India will continue to grow sharply until 2050.