Which one among the following States of India experienced the highest

Which one among the following States of India experienced the highest fall in population growth rate during 2001-2011 in relation to the previous decade?

Andhra Pradesh

Maharashtra

Tamil Nadu

Madhya Pradesh

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The correct option is B) Maharashtra. Among the given states, Maharashtra experienced the highest fall in decadal population growth rate between 2001-2011 compared to the 1991-2001 decade.

– The question asks for the state with the *highest fall* in population growth rate, not the lowest growth rate.
– Population growth rates fluctuate, and various socio-economic factors influence them.
– Comparing the decadal growth rates for the given options:
– Andhra Pradesh: 14.59% (1991-2001) to 10.98% (2001-2011) – Fall of 3.61%
– Maharashtra: 22.73% (1991-2001) to 15.99% (2001-2011) – Fall of 6.74%
– Tamil Nadu: 11.72% (1991-2001) to 15.60% (2001-2011) – Increase of 3.88%
– Madhya Pradesh: 24.26% (1991-2001) to 20.30% (2001-2011) – Fall of 3.96%
– Maharashtra shows the largest fall in percentage points among the given options.

The Census of India data provides detailed population statistics including decadal growth rates for all states and Union Territories. Factors contributing to changes in population growth rates include fertility rates, migration, awareness campaigns, and socio-economic development. Southern states like Tamil Nadu and Kerala generally have lower growth rates but may not have experienced the *largest fall* in the specific decade compared to states with initially higher growth rates.

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