- Census data provides vital demographic information about India's population distribution, sex ratio, literacy, density, etc. - Sex ratio is the number of females per 1000 males. Low sex ratios in Haryana and Punjab were a significant demographic concern. - Population density is the number of persons per square kilometer. Arunachal Pradesh consistently has the lowest density due to its mountainous terrain and sparse population. - Literacy rate is the percentage of the population aged 7 and above who can read and write. Kerala has historically shown high performance in both literacy and sex ratio indicators.
Consider the following statements: As per 2001 Census The two States with the lowest sex ratio are Haryana and Punjab. The two States with the lowest population per sq. km of area are Meghalaya and Mizoram. Kerala has both the highest literacy rate and sex ratio. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?
Asked in UPPCS Prelims 2004 · Topic: India: Population (Gender Dimensions: Sex Ratio, Female Foeticide, Women's Empowerment)
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