Data on 'Religion of individuals' (Hindu, Muslim, Christian, etc.) is an example of: MCQ with Answer and Explanation

Data on 'Religion of individuals' (Hindu, Muslim, Christian, etc.) is an example of:
A. Chronological classification
B. Spatial classification
C. Qualitative classification
D. Quantitative classification
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Religion is an attribute, not a numerical value, so grouping by religion is a qualitative (descriptive) classification.

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