What year did overpopulation start?

Overpopulation is not attributed to a specific year, as it is a gradual process that has developed over centuries. However, significant population growth began during the Industrial Revolution in the late 18th century, when advances in technology, agriculture, and medicine led to a dramatic increase in birth rates and a decline in mortality rates. By the mid-20th century, global population growth became particularly pronounced, with the world population reaching 3 billion in 1960. Today, concerns about overpopulation continue as the global population surpasses 8 billion.