SSC CPO 2024 PYQ — Question 76

SSC CPO - 27 June 2024 - Shift 3 • General Awareness • Q76

According to the Census of India 2011, ‘Other Religions and Persuasions’ formed what percentage of the country’s population?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. 0.7.

According to the Census of India 2011, ‘Other Religions and Persuasions’ accounted for 0.7% of the country's population. This category includes a variety of minor and less widely practiced religions and belief systems that do not fall under the major religious classifications reported in the census. It represents a diverse range of faiths and spiritual practices that contribute to India's rich cultural and religious tapestry, highlighting the country's broad spectrum of religious diversity beyond the dominant religions.