Which of the following statements about the Census of India is correct? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

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Which of the following statements about the Census of India is correct?

A. It covers only the rural population.

B. It uses the de jure method of enumeration.

C. It is conducted every 5 years.

D. It does not collect literacy data.

Answer: Option B

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Indian census uses the de jure (usual residence) method. It is decennial, covers whole country, collects literacy.

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