Demography of India

51. Which of the following pairs of Indian State and tribal population are

Which of the following pairs of Indian State and tribal population are correct?

  • 1. Madhya Pradesh : Largest tribal population
  • 2. Mizoram : Highest percentage of tribal population out of the total population of the State
  • 3. Chhattisgarh : Second largest tribal population after Madhya Pradesh
  • 4. Arunachal Pradesh : Second highest percentage of tribal population out of the total population of the State after Mizoram

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[amp_mcq option1=”1 and 2 only” option2=”2 and 4 only” option3=”1, 2 and 3″ option4=”2, 3 and 4″ correct=”option1″]

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The correct pairs are Madhya Pradesh having the largest tribal population by number and Mizoram having the highest percentage of tribal population.
– Statement 1 is correct: As per Census 2011, Madhya Pradesh has the largest Scheduled Tribe (ST) population by number in India.
– Statement 2 is correct: As per Census 2011, Mizoram has the highest percentage of ST population out of its total population.
– Statement 3 is incorrect: While Chhattisgarh has a significant tribal population, states like Maharashtra, Odisha, and Rajasthan have larger tribal populations by number than Chhattisgarh, after Madhya Pradesh. Maharashtra is typically ranked second.
– Statement 4 is incorrect: Arunachal Pradesh has a high percentage of tribal population, but states like Nagaland and Meghalaya have higher percentages than Arunachal Pradesh, after Mizoram.
The distribution and concentration of tribal populations vary greatly across India, influenced by geographical, historical, and socio-economic factors. Census data is the primary source for statistics on tribal populations.

52. According to Census 2011, which one of the following is the correct se

According to Census 2011, which one of the following is the correct sequence of States in decreasing order of their total size of population?

[amp_mcq option1=”Kerala, Jharkhand, Assam, Punjab” option2=”Jharkhand, Kerala, Assam, Punjab” option3=”Kerala, Jharkhand, Punjab, Assam” option4=”Jharkhand, Kerala, Punjab, Assam” correct=”option1″]

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According to the Census of India 2011 data, the total populations for the given states were approximately: Kerala (33.4 million), Jharkhand (32.9 million), Assam (31.2 million), and Punjab (27.7 million).
Arranging these populations in decreasing order:
Kerala (33.4 million)
Jharkhand (32.9 million)
Assam (31.2 million)
Punjab (27.7 million)
This order matches option A: Kerala, Jharkhand, Assam, Punjab.
Population data is a key demographic indicator captured by national censuses. For UPSC and similar exams, familiarity with the relative sizes and rankings of Indian states based on population, area, density, literacy, sex ratio, etc., is often required, especially for major states or those highlighted for specific reasons.

53. According to the Census 2011, which of the following statements is/are

According to the Census 2011, which of the following statements is/are correct?

  • 1. A person who can only read but cannot write, is not literate.
  • 2. A person aged seven years and above, who can both read and write with understanding in any language is treated as literate.

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[amp_mcq option1=”1 only” option2=”2 only” option3=”Both 1 and 2″ option4=”Neither 1 nor 2″ correct=”option3″]

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The correct answer is C) Both 1 and 2. According to the Census 2011 definition, a person is considered literate if they are aged seven years and above and can both read and write with understanding in any language. Statement 2 is the direct definition. Statement 1 is a logical consequence of this definition: if someone can only read but not write, they do not meet the criteria of being able to “both read and write,” and are therefore not counted as literate.
– The Census 2011 defines a literate person as someone aged 7 years and above who can read and write with understanding in any language.
– A person who can merely read but cannot write is not considered literate by this definition.
– Children below 7 years are considered illiterate by definition, irrespective of their ability to read or write.
The literacy rate in India as per Census 2011 is approximately 74.04%. This definition has been used in Indian censuses since 1991. Prior to 1991, the criteria was being able to read and write with understanding in any language for persons aged 5 years and above.

54. Which of the following variable(s) is/are displayed in population pyra

Which of the following variable(s) is/are displayed in population pyramids?
1. Age-groups
2. Sex indicators (male and female)

[amp_mcq option1=”1 only” option2=”2 only” option3=”Both 1 and 2″ option4=”Neither 1 nor 2″ correct=”option3″]

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A population pyramid is a graphical representation of the distribution of a population by age and sex. The pyramid typically displays age groups vertically and separates males and females horizontally. Thus, both age groups and sex indicators are displayed.
A population pyramid visually depicts the age-sex structure of a population.
The shape of a population pyramid provides insights into the demographic history and future potential of a population, including birth rates, death rates, life expectancy, and migration patterns. A broad base indicates a high birth rate, while a narrow base suggests a low birth rate. A large proportion of older people suggests higher life expectancy.

55. In India, the period of steady population growth refers to the decade(

In India, the period of steady population growth refers to the decade(s) of :

[amp_mcq option1=”1981 – 2011″ option2=”1951 – 1981″ option3=”1921 – 1951″ option4=”1911 – 1921″ correct=”option3″]

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The period from 1921 to 1951 is considered the period of steady population growth in India.
This phase was marked by a continuous increase in population, unlike the preceding period (before 1921) which saw fluctuating or stagnant growth due to high mortality rates. Improvements in health and sanitation started to lower the death rate, while the birth rate remained high, leading to a steady growth.
The year 1921 is often referred to as the ‘Great Divide’ in India’s demographic history because it marked the transition from a period of stagnant population growth to one of steady growth. The subsequent period (1951-1981) witnessed a rapid acceleration in population growth, often termed the ‘period of population explosion’.

56. Which one of the following is the largest linguistic group of India ?

Which one of the following is the largest linguistic group of India ?

[amp_mcq option1=”Sino-Tibetan” option2=”Austric” option3=”Indo-Aryan” option4=”Dravidian” correct=”option3″]

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The largest linguistic group in India is the Indo-Aryan group. Languages belonging to this family, such as Hindi, Bengali, Marathi, Urdu, Gujarati, Punjabi, etc., are spoken by the majority of the Indian population.
India has several linguistic families, but the Indo-Aryan family accounts for the largest share of speakers, followed by the Dravidian group.
The major linguistic families in India are Indo-Aryan, Dravidian, Austric, and Sino-Tibetan. According to Census data, over 75% of the population speaks Indo-Aryan languages, while around 20% speak Dravidian languages.

57. According to the Census 2011, in India, what is the percentage of peop

According to the Census 2011, in India, what is the percentage of people (approximately) considered to be migrants (internal), i.e., now settled in a place different from their previous residence?

[amp_mcq option1=”25%” option2=”35%” option3=”45%” option4=”55%” correct=”option2″]

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According to the Census of India 2011 data, the total number of migrants by place of last residence was about 45.6 crore. The total population of India as per Census 2011 was about 121.08 crore. Calculating the percentage gives approximately (45.6 / 121.08) * 100 ≈ 37.66%. Among the given options, 35% is the closest approximation.
– Census defines a migrant as a person whose place of last usual residence is different from the place of enumeration.
– The figure includes both inter-state and intra-state migrants.
Migration is a significant factor in India’s demographic and socio-economic landscape, influencing urbanisation, labour markets, and social dynamics. The Census provides detailed data on reasons for migration (work, education, marriage, etc.).

58. Which one of the following is the biggest cause of incidence of migrat

Which one of the following is the biggest cause of incidence of migration of female persons in India?

[amp_mcq option1=”Employment” option2=”Education” option3=”Marriage” option4=”Business” correct=”option3″]

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According to various Census reports and studies on migration in India, marriage is the predominant reason for migration among females. Social customs, particularly the practice of women moving to their husband’s household after marriage (patrilocality), are the primary driver. While employment, education, and business also contribute to female migration, marriage accounts for the largest share.
– Marriage accounts for the majority of female migration in India.
– Employment and education are more common reasons for male migration, although increasingly relevant for females as well.
– The pattern of migration is heavily influenced by socio-cultural factors like marriage practices.
Census 2011 data showed that around 67% of female migrants in India cited marriage as the reason for migration, compared to about 3% for males. Employment/Business accounted for about 2% of female migration compared to 38% for males.

59. Find the correct arrangement of the following urban agglomerations in

Find the correct arrangement of the following urban agglomerations in descending order as per their population size according to Census 2011.

[amp_mcq option1=”Delhi-Mumbai-Kolkata-Chennai” option2=”Mumbai-Delhi-Kolkata-Chennai” option3=”Mumbai-Kolkata-Delhi-Chennai” option4=”Kolkata-Chennai-Mumbai-Delhi” correct=”option2″]

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The correct answer is B) Mumbai-Delhi-Kolkata-Chennai.
According to Census 2011 data, the Urban Agglomeration (UA) population sizes in descending order were: Mumbai, followed by Delhi, Kolkata, and Chennai.
As per Census 2011, the population of the major urban agglomerations were approximately: Mumbai UA (18.4 million), Delhi UA (16.3 million), Kolkata UA (14.1 million), and Chennai UA (8.7 million). This makes the correct descending order by population size Mumbai > Delhi > Kolkata > Chennai.

60. Which one among the following is the most populated State in India as

Which one among the following is the most populated State in India as per Census 2011?

[amp_mcq option1=”Goa” option2=”Mizoram” option3=”Meghalaya” option4=”Sikkim” correct=”option3″]

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According to the Census of India 2011, among the given options:
Goa Population: ~1.45 million
Mizoram Population: ~1.1 million
Meghalaya Population: ~2.96 million
Sikkim Population: ~0.61 million
Comparing these figures, Meghalaya had the highest population among the listed states in 2011.
Census 2011 data is required to answer this question.
Uttar Pradesh was the most populated state in India in 2011, while Sikkim was the least populated. The question asks for the most populated *among the given options*.
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