Previous year MCQs

Census UPPSC 2005 GS-I
Question

The decadal growth of population in India highest during

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Answer: (Detailed Solution Below)

Option B: 1961 - 1971

Detailed Solution:

The correct answer is “1961 - 1971”.
The decadal growth of population in India was highest during: (2) 1961-1971

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