Life expectancy at birth is calculated from a: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Life expectancy at birth is calculated from a:

A. Census

B. Sample survey

C. Life table

D. Fertility survey

Answer: Option C

Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)

Life expectancy is derived from a life table, which summarizes mortality rates at each age.

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Vital statistics registration in India is compulsory under the:

A. Population Control Act

B. Registration of Births and Deaths Act, 1969

C. Indian Evidence Act

D. Census Act

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Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation:
The RBD Act, 1969 mandates compulsory registration of births and deaths.

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Question #2

The base year of the current Consumer Price Index (CPI) in India is:

A. 2016

B. 2010

C. 2012

D. 2011-12

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
The new series of CPI (Rural, Urban, Combined) has base year 2012.

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Question #3

If there were 5000 live births in a year and the number of women aged 15-49 was 25,000, the GFR per 1000 women is:

A. 5

B. 20

C. 200

D. 500

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Correct Answer: Option C

Explanation:
GFR = (5000 / 25000) × 1000 = 0.2 × 1000 = 200 per 1000 women.

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