The correct answer is: a) 1951
The first complete census of Meghalaya was conducted in 1951. The census was conducted by the Government of India and was used to collect data on the population, households, and economic activity of the state. The census found that the population of Meghalaya was 1,093,000 in 1951. The majority of the population was rural, with only 10% living in urban areas. The main languages spoken in Meghalaya were Khasi, Garo, and Jaintia. The main religions practiced in Meghalaya were Christianity, Hinduism, and Islam.
The 1951 census was the first time that Meghalaya was included as a separate state in the Indian census. Prior to 1951, Meghalaya was part of the state of Assam. The 1951 census was a significant event in the history of Meghalaya, as it provided the first comprehensive data on the state’s population and economy. The data collected in the census was used to develop policies and programs to improve the lives of the people of Meghalaya.
The other options are incorrect because:
- Option b) 1961 is incorrect because the first complete census of Meghalaya was conducted in 1951, not 1961.
- Option c) 1971 is incorrect because the first complete census of Meghalaya was conducted in 1951, not 1971.
- Option d) 1981 is incorrect because the first complete census of Meghalaya was conducted in 1951, not 1981.