The next Census of India is scheduled for the year 2031. The decennial census is a nationwide survey of the population of India. It is conducted by the Office of the Registrar General and Census Commissioner, India, under the Ministry of Home Affairs. The census provides a comprehensive picture of the population of India, including its size, distribution, age, sex, literacy, and other demographic characteristics. The data collected by the census is used to plan and implement development programs, to allocate resources, and to monitor progress towards national goals.
The first census of India was conducted in 1872. The census has been conducted every ten years since then, except for the years 1941 and 1951, which were skipped due to the Second World War and the Partition of India, respectively. The most recent census was conducted in 2011.
The 2031 census will be the 16th census of India. The census will be conducted using a combination of paper and electronic methods. The data collected by the census will be used to plan and implement development programs, to allocate resources, and to monitor progress towards national goals.
The following are the options for the question:
- a) 2023: This is not the correct answer. The next Census of India is scheduled for the year 2031.
- b) 2025: This is not the correct answer. The next Census of India is scheduled for the year 2031.
- c) 2026: This is not the correct answer. The next Census of India is scheduled for the year 2031.
- d) 2031: This is the correct answer. The next Census of India is scheduled for the year 2031.