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Census UPPSC 2015 GS-I
Question

According to the Census of India, 2011 the percentage growth of population in the country during the period of 2001-2011 was:

Answer & Solution

Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: 17.70

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “17.70”.
According to the Census of India, 2011, the population growth rate in the country during the period of 2001-2011 was 17.70%.

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