Population and Census MCQs with Answers and Explanations

Question #181

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According to Census 2011, which state had the lowest population among states?

A. Mizoram

B. Sikkim

C. Goa

D. Arunachal Pradesh

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Sikkim was the least populous state in India according to Census 2011.

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Question #182

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Which state had the highest child population (0-6 years) according to Census 2011?

A. West Bengal

B. Bihar

C. Uttar Pradesh

D. Maharashtra

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh had the highest child population due to its large overall population and relatively high fertility levels.

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Question #183

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What was the rank of India in population among countries according to Census 2011?

A. Third

B. First

C. Second

D. Fourth

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
According to Census 2011, India was the second most populous country in the world after China.

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Question #184

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Which state had the highest work participation rate according to Census 2011?

A. Punjab

B. Mizoram

C. Kerala

D. Haryana

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Mizoram recorded one of the highest work participation rates among Indian states according to Census 2011.

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Question #185

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According to Census 2011, what was the rural literacy rate of India?

A. 75.50%

B. 78.80%

C. 72.98%

D. 67.77%

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The rural literacy rate of India was 67.77% according to Census 2011.

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Question #186

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According to Census 2011, what was the urban literacy rate of India?

A. 79.50%

B. 84.11%

C. 86.50%

D. 88.20%

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Urban literacy rate was 84.11%, significantly higher than rural literacy.

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Question #187

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Which state had the highest proportion of rural population according to Census 2011?

A. Odisha

B. Himachal Pradesh

C. Assam

D. Bihar

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Assam had one of the highest proportions of population living in rural areas according to Census 2011.

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Question #188

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Who was the Census Commissioner of India during Census 2011?

A. M. N. Buch

B. C. Chandramouli

C. B. N. Yugandhar

D. T. N. Seshan

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
Dr. C. Chandramouli served as the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India during Census 2011.

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Question #189

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Which Census introduced the concept of National Population Register alongside enumeration?

A. 2001 Census

B. 1981 Census

C. 1991 Census

D. 2011 Census

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The 2011 Census was conducted along with the process of creating the National Population Register (NPR).

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Question #190

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According to Census 2011, which state had the highest literacy rate among northeastern states?

A. Tripura

B. Meghalaya

C. Nagaland

D. Mizoram

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Mizoram recorded the highest literacy rate among northeastern states in Census 2011.

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Question #191

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In which year was the Census of India 2011 conducted?

A. 2010

B. 2011

C. 2012

D. 2009

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Census of India 2011 was conducted in 2011 and was the 15th Census overall and the 7th after Independence.

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Question #192

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Which authority conducts the Census of India?

A. NITI Aayog

B. Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India

C. Finance Commission

D. Election Commission of India

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The Census is conducted by the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India under the Ministry of Home Affairs.

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Question #193

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What was the total population of India according to Census 2011?

A. 121.0 crore

B. 131.5 crore

C. 102.8 crore

D. 115.4 crore

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
India's population in Census 2011 was 121.08 crore (1.21 billion).

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Question #194

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What was India's population growth rate during 2001-2011?

A. 21.54%

B. 17.64%

C. 24.80%

D. 13.20%

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The decadal growth rate of population during 2001-2011 was 17.64%.

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Question #195

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Which state had the highest population according to Census 2011?

A. Bihar

B. Maharashtra

C. Uttar Pradesh

D. West Bengal

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh was the most populous state with over 19.98 crore people.

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Question #196

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Which state had the lowest population according to Census 2011?

A. Mizoram

B. Goa

C. Sikkim

D. Arunachal Pradesh

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Sikkim had the lowest population among Indian states in Census 2011.

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Question #197

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What was the population density of India in Census 2011?

A. 324 persons/sq km

B. 410 persons/sq km

C. 382 persons/sq km

D. 450 persons/sq km

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
India's population density increased from 324 in 2001 to 382 persons per sq km in 2011.

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Question #198

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Which Union Territory had the highest population density in Census 2011?

A. Delhi

B. Chandigarh

C. Lakshadweep

D. Puducherry

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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Delhi recorded the highest population density among Union Territories.

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Question #199

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What was the overall literacy rate of India in Census 2011?

A. 78.90%

B. 65.38%

C. 70.04%

D. 74.04%

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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
India's literacy rate improved to 74.04% in Census 2011.

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Question #200

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What was the male literacy rate in Census 2011?

A. 75.26%

B. 82.14%

C. 79.50%

D. 85.00%

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The male literacy rate in India was 82.14% according to Census 2011.

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