The Laws of Migration are a set of principles formulated by the British geographer E.G. Ravenstein in the late 19th century. These laws explain the patterns and reasons behind human migration, suggesting that people tend to move from rural to urban areas, and that migration is often influenced by economic factors, such as job opportunities. Ravenstein's laws also indicate that most migrants travel short distances, with long-distance migrants typically moving to major cities. Additionally, the laws highlight that migration is often a step-by-step process, where individuals may first move to nearby areas before relocating further away.