Population and Census MCQs

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Population and Census MCQs

Practice Population and Census MCQs with answers and detailed explanations covering population distribution, population density, demographic indicators, literacy rate, sex ratio, migration, urbanization, census data and important population-related geography topics frequently asked in SSC, Railway, Banking, UPSC, JKSSB, Police, Defence, Teaching and other competitive examinations.

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Question #261
Which state has the highest population density in Northeast India?
A. Tripura
B. Meghalaya
C. Assam
D. Nagaland
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Tripura has the highest population density among northeastern states.
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Question #262
Which state has the lowest literacy gap between males and females?
A. Kerala
B. Rajasthan
C. Uttar Pradesh
D. Bihar
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Kerala has a very small gender gap in literacy compared to other states.
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Question #263
Which district is known as the least populated district of India according to Census 2011?
A. Leh
B. Kinnaur
C. Dibang Valley
D. Lahaul-Spiti
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Dibang Valley district of Arunachal Pradesh had the lowest population according to Census 2011.
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Question #264
Which Indian state has the highest number of million-plus cities?
A. Maharashtra
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Karnataka
D. Tamil Nadu
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Maharashtra has the highest number of million-plus cities in India.
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Question #265
The percentage of urban population to total population is called:
A. Dependency ratio
B. Density rate
C. Urbanization level
D. Population index
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Urbanization level measures the proportion of people living in urban areas.
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Question #266
Which state has the largest number of districts according to Census 2011 period?
A. Madhya Pradesh
B. Maharashtra
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Uttar Pradesh had the largest number of districts during the Census 2011 period.
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Question #267
Which state had the lowest decadal population growth rate during 2001-2011 among major states?
A. Goa
B. Andhra Pradesh
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Kerala
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Kerala recorded one of the lowest population growth rates due to demographic transition.
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Question #268
The National Population Policy was announced in:
A. 1995
B. 2005
C. 1998
D. 2000
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
India announced the National Population Policy (NPP) in 2000 to achieve population stabilization.
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Question #269
The headquarters of the Office of Registrar General and Census Commissioner is located in:
A. Kolkata
B. Chennai
C. New Delhi
D. Mumbai
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner of India is headquartered in New Delhi.
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Question #270
Which Indian state has the highest life expectancy?
A. Kerala
B. Punjab
C. Tamil Nadu
D. Haryana
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Kerala consistently records the highest life expectancy due to better healthcare and social indicators.
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Question #271
Which state is often cited as the best example of demographic transition in India?
A. Kerala
B. Uttar Pradesh
C. Rajasthan
D. Bihar
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
Kerala has low birth rate, low death rate, high literacy and high life expectancy, making it a classic example of demographic transition.
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Question #272
What is the sex ratio of India as per Census 2011?
A. 933
B. 948
C. 940
D. 943
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
According to Census 2011, India recorded a sex ratio of 943 females per 1000 males.
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Question #273
Which state has the highest female population according to Census 2011?
A. Bihar
B. West Bengal
C. Maharashtra
D. Uttar Pradesh
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
Due to its huge population size, Uttar Pradesh has the largest female population in absolute numbers.
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Question #274
Which Census was the first after India's Independence?
A. 1971
B. 1951
C. 1961
D. 1941
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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The 1951 Census was the first Census conducted after India became independent.
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Question #275
Which state recorded the highest work participation rate among females in Census 2011?
A. Bihar
B. Punjab
C. Mizoram
D. Kerala
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Mizoram recorded one of the highest female work participation rates in India.
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Question #276
Which district had the highest literacy rate according to Census 2011?
A. Ernakulam
B. Aizawl
C. Serchhip
D. Kottayam
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Serchhip district of Mizoram recorded the highest literacy rate among districts in Census 2011.
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Question #277
Which district recorded the lowest literacy rate according to Census 2011?
A. Shrawasti
B. Mewat
C. Alirajpur
D. Kishanganj
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
Alirajpur district of Madhya Pradesh recorded the lowest literacy rate in Census 2011.
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Question #278
The slogan 'Hum Do, Hamare Do' is associated with:
A. Population Control
B. Green Revolution
C. Education Mission
D. Urban Development
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Correct Answer: Option A

Explanation:
The slogan was used to promote family planning and population stabilization in India.
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Question #279
Census 2011 was the ___ Census after Independence.
A. 6th
B. 8th
C. 7th
D. 5th
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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
India conducted its 7th post-Independence Census in 2011.
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Question #280
What was India's decadal population growth rate during 2001–2011?
A. 21.54%
B. 15.34%
C. 19.92%
D. 17.64%
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Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation:
The population growth rate during 2001–2011 was 17.64%, showing a decline from the previous decade.
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