What is the meaning of 'effective literacy rate'? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

What is the meaning of 'effective literacy rate'?
A. Literacy of population aged 7 and above
B. Literacy of total population
C. Literacy of children only
D. Literacy of males only
Answer: Option A
Solution (By JKSSB Mock Tests)
Effective literacy rate considers population aged 7 years and above, excluding children below 7.

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Which state had the lowest population according to Census 2011?
A. Goa
B. Sikkim
C. Mizoram
D. Arunachal Pradesh

Correct Answer: Option B


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Correct Answer: Option B


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