Theories of Human Migration

Theories of human migration explain why and how people move from one place to another. These include the "Push-Pull" theory, where unfavorable conditions (push) in a current location and attractive opportunities (pull) elsewhere motivate migration. The "Voluntary and Forced" migration concept distinguishes between people choosing to move, often for better opportunities, and those forced by factors like war or climate disasters. Other theories focus on environmental, economic, or social reasons, emphasizing that migration is influenced by a complex mix of personal choices and external factors shaping human movement over time.