As per Census 2011, what is the percentage of rural population in India?
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Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. 68.8%.
As per the Census of India 2011, the rural population constitutes approximately 68.84% of the total population. This reflects India's predominantly rural character, with a majority of its people living in villages and dependent on agriculture and related activities for livelihood. In contrast, the urban population accounts for about 31.16%. The Census data underscores the significant rural-urban divide and the need for development policies that address the unique challenges of rural areas in India.