The de jure method of census enumeration counts: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The de jure method of census enumeration counts:
A. All persons according to their usual place of residence
B. Only males
C. Only citizens
D. All persons present on census night
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
De jure method enumerates people at their usual residence regardless of where they were on census night.

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B. 1
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Correct Answer: Option D


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