SSC CHSL 2024 PYQ — Question 50

SSC CHSL - 08 July 2024 - Shift 1 • General Awareness • Q50

According to the census of India 2011, which state has the lowest population growth rate?

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Nagaland.

According to the 2011 census, Nagaland had the lowest population growth rate in India, at -0.5%: 
In contrast, Meghalaya had the highest decadal growth rate during 2001–2011, at 27.82%. The highest decadal growth rate for all states and union territories was in Dadra and Nagar Haveli, at 55.50%.